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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When a user, expecting to install a trustworthy clipboard manager, encounters the disk image, they’re prompted to press Command-R immediately after double-clicking it.
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The union, which represents roughly 4,500 environmental scientists, toxicologists and other state scientists, was one of the only unions expecting salary increases this summer.
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The agency is anticipating 29 rocket launches and 28 moon landings during the third phase.
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The outdoor restaurants are anticipating a refresh in spring 2026, but in the meantime, the beachside Arrecifes Seafood & Steakhouse remains worthy of a meal.
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As this July Fourth approached, FOUND on the Guadalupe River still had about 1,800 items awaiting reunification, about half of them photographs.
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Their son, Nick Reiner, was soon arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder; he is currently being held without bail while awaiting trial in Los Angeles.
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“Watching (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watching%20%28for%29. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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