hopes 1 of 2

present tense third-person singular of hope

hopes

2 of 2

noun

plural of hope

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of hopes
Verb
Fraser hopes against hope that this whole debacle will increase their tip, however meagerly. Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hopes
Verb
  • For now, survey research with elderly nuns, including those in Nakawoojwa's care, is ongoing, funded by an Irish donor who wishes to remain anonymous.
    Sophie Neiman, NPR, 20 June 2026
  • But given the current box office sensations of Obsession and Backrooms, Tiddes certainly wishes the timing had allowed for spoofs of those horror movies.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 17 June 2026
Noun
  • Enterprises and boards are continually searching for advantages and opportunities.
    Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 24 June 2026
  • Burries should get plenty of opportunities with the ball in his hands next season, though Milwaukee should also have enough veterans around for Burries to develop methodically.
    Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 24 June 2026
Noun
  • But beyond those universal desires, gaining a grasp of their more specific needs, wants and preferences can help management pinpoint the types of programming and spaces that will be most valued by current and future residents.
    Jeffrey Steele, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
  • Lack of movement on unions’ desires to win unemployment benefits for striking workers after two weeks on the picket lines are sticking in labor’s craw.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2026
Noun
  • But Manfred also acknowledged that MLB has tried to avoid putting players in the position of being required to take part in commemorative events that may conflict with their religious beliefs or values.
    Dan Zaksheske, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
  • Greenspan embraced some of her beliefs and paid tribute to her in his 2007 memoir.
    Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 22 June 2026
Verb
  • Sodais dreams about being a teacher one day and starting a family with Weeda.
    Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2026
  • Every footballer dreams of competing at the elite level and for great clubs.
    Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Noun
  • With an Antetokounmpo arrival, a deeper look could come into Keels’ NBA spacing possibilities.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 21 June 2026
  • Who that third-place team will be remains to be seen since there are 20 different possibilities based on the rest of the group stage.
    Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026
Noun
  • Creating a dynamic and an atmosphere where people feel comfortable speaking, saying what’s on their minds, is the most vital part of a writers’ room.
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 19 June 2026
  • No, the Belgians aren’t losing their minds.
    Steve Douglas, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Noun
  • Modern correctional systems must ensure that participation remains voluntary and that inmates of all faiths—or no faith at all—receive equal treatment.
    Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
  • Other critics question whether religious stories should be taught at all in schools attended by thousands of children of Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu and other faiths, and others who identify as atheist or agnostic.
    ABC News, ABC News, 24 June 2026

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“Hopes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hopes. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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