as in to expect
to believe in the future occurrence of (something)
watch for all the latest news on this Web site
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Organizers with 50501 SoCal expected tens of thousands to march, beginning at Los Angeles City Hall, a news release said.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
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He is expected to survive and was identified as 68-year-old William Brumley of Vallejo, officers said.—
Brandon Downs,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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The analyst is confident about Diamondback's ability to deliver better-than-anticipated performance in periods of strong commodity prices, supported by the company's low-cost structure and lower capital intensity than peers.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
29 Mar. 2026
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As Spring springs into Summer, Hollywood hotly anticipates its biggest season when schools are closed and every day can be a See a Movie in a Theater day.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
29 Mar. 2026
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Eagerly awaited in the city, the first Italian property from Corinthia has opted for classic hospitality, emphasising comfort and discretion.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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As Duckett awaits his fate, USA TODAY is looking deeper at the case, the recent court actions and why the DNA hasn't been tested until now.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Watch (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watch%20%28for%29. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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