hope not
Definition of hope not
—used to say that one wants something not to happen or to not be true “Will you have to miss the party?” “I hope not.”
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hopeplay
: to cherish a desire with anticipation : to want something to happen or be true
: trust
: to desire with expectation of obtainment or fulfillment
: trust, reliance
: desire accompanied by expectation of or belief in fulfillment
: expectation of fulfillment or success
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