hoping

Example Sentences

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Volunteers are hoping to raise funding to continue restoring a rare temperate rainforest habitat which has shrunk across the country.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

He said Friday that he was hoping for a more lasting impasse, rather than a quick deal, in hopes it would give building owners some leverage to secure better terms.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

On Friday morning, Iran declared that the strait was finally reopened for all commercial, nonmilitary ships hoping to traverse the essential waterway, provided that all entrants follow a “coordinated route” determined by Iranian authorities.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Looking ahead, digital asset traders will be hoping for a decisive end to the conflict.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

I’m hoping if I do some leg exercises once or twice a week, my next hill workout won’t be such a disaster.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison