hope
Usage
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To hope for something implies a wish that an event may take place and an expectation that it will: to hope for the best. The verb expect implies confidently believing, usually for good reasons, that an event will occur: to expect a visit from a friend. To anticipate is to look forward to an event and even to picture it: Do you anticipate trouble? Await (wait for) something implies being alert and ready, whether for good or evil: to await news after a cyclone.
Example Sentences
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I hope that these suggestions are a good starting point for finding the group, or several groups, that are an ideal fit for you.
From Los Angeles Times
Leibov believes the added exposure the fair provides is exactly what the region needs, but hopes the area can retain its affordable, underground ethos.
From Los Angeles Times
While lawmakers weigh new policies at the statehouse, Camarillo said she hopes the priority will be protecting communities.
From Los Angeles Times
Precious metals have become the latest victim of rising inflation expectations and dimming hopes of global interest-rate cuts.
Precious metals have become the latest victim of rising inflation expectations and dimming hopes of global interest-rate cuts.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
