hoping

present participle of hope

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoping
Verb
  • More recently, it’s been revived in its traditional leather form by brands and designers wishing to capture our more casual moment in an elegant format.
    Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 22 June 2026
  • The country singer joined the many friends and family wishing the Eyes Wide Shut actress a happy 59th birthday on June 20.
    Lara Walsh, InStyle, 22 June 2026
Verb
  • Keeping your hair looking and feeling shiny can be challenging, but not with this hair kit.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 25 June 2026
  • Investigators are looking into the shooting, and police said the identity of the victim is being withheld until next of kin is notified.
    Jose Fabian, CBS News, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • Spain desperately needs a win to get its World Cup back on track while another good performance from Saudi Arabia — unbeaten in its last three games — would have the Arabian Falcons dreaming of a spot in the knockout stage.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
  • Jill wasn’t a chef but a television writer trapped in an all-male writers room — dreaming of a job at none other than Shondaland.
    Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 18 June 2026
Verb
  • The renovation masterfully blends contemporary comforts with the Inn's historic character, aiming for a sophisticated yet authentic residential feel.
    Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
  • Ukraine has repeatedly targeted Russian oil facilities, aiming to cut Moscow’s revenue for the war and make Russians feel the consequences of the invasion.
    ABC News, ABC News, 20 June 2026
Verb
  • Now, supporters are planning to speak out at an Alameda School Board meeting, hoping to reverse the decision or at least get answers.
    Brad Hamilton, CBS News, 24 June 2026
  • Turkey is planning strict security measures for the summit, including banning demonstrations and restricting access to roads leading to airports, as well as sealing off areas around the summit venue and hotels hosting delegations.
    ABC News, ABC News, 23 June 2026
Verb
  • For now, the EU is holding off on taking a more aggressive stance, fearing Chinese retaliation, and will instead focus on dialogue while proposing a new law to diversify sources of key ‌supplies.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 June 2026
  • In-House A$AP Rocky’s new gig for Chanel went viral months beforehand when he was spotted seemingly proposing to Qualley in NYC in October.
    Danielle Directo-Meston, HollywoodReporter, 20 June 2026
Verb
  • Joumaa, a Lebanese journalist, first met Khalil intending to do a story on her.
    Jane Arraf, NPR, 21 June 2026
  • For those intending to bring a touch of softness and polish to a room, this mohair pillow brings a tactile quality.
    Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 18 June 2026
Verb
  • The acceptance rate has been compared to that of trying to get into Harvard University.
    Emma Hurt, AJC.com, 25 June 2026
  • There’s some heartbreaking moments where Mary’s trying so hard to please him.
    Arushi Jacob, Variety, 25 June 2026
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“Hoping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoping. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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