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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The optimism Hammack outlined has pushed the S&P 500 to a record high of above 6,600—with analysts expecting that figure to push higher later in the year.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
29 Sep. 2025 -
The requirement that residents and applicants prove their citizenship — and that housing providers verify it — could create $100 million in new costs, HUD expects.—
Jesse Coburn,
ProPublica,
29 Sep. 2025
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With more accurate, timely, and localized weather predictions, companies can better anticipate disruptions, allocate necessary resources, and mitigate risks to supply chains.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
3 Oct. 2025
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AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva told Newsweek that AccuWeather anticipates hurricane season to ramp up during its last two months, after a lull in activity over the summer.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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Malawian striker Tabitha Chawinga pounced, outrunning a PSG defender and holding up the play to await support from her colleagues.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
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The 25 that were left were awaiting final veterinary clearance before traveling, said Sainz.—
Wren Smetana,
AZCentral.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Watch (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watch%20%28for%29. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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