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hopefully

[hohp-fuh-lee] / ˈhoʊp fə li /


ADVERB
probably
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“But having that role hopefully will help,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

Ronaldo said that, provided he was "physically fit, playing with my team, and hopefully scoring goals", he would like to continue to play international football.

From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026

Then I had one of those milestone birthdays earlier this year that makes you think about life, death and, hopefully, retirement.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2026

So I want to thank you for everything you’ve given me, and, hopefully, I’ve given you something in return.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026

If I really will be working in a lab, why not test the hopefully edible plants and water before we escape?

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera




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