as in expecting
to believe in the future occurrence of (something)
watch for all the latest news on this Web site
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Organizers had been expecting a cozy little affair, but were astonished when more than 1,300 people from around the world signed up to participate.
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With Republicans Hilton and Bianco combining to capture only 35% of the vote statewide in the primary, Luna and Adams are expecting Becerra to be ushered in easily.
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Investors, anticipating better returns, will often dump their bonds and wait to buy new ones at higher yields).
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Boxing fans are eagerly anticipating a major junior middleweight clash this Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Brooklyn's Barclays Center.
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The Alameda County Coroner’s Office said an autopsy report is awaiting test results after extra testing was requested by Martin’s family.
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Immigration attorneys are awaiting guidance following the court's decision, but many understand the current TPS designation for Haitians is set to end July 1.
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“Watching (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watching%20%28for%29. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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