expecting

Example Sentences

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Excitement around Ari Skye’s arrival had been brewing in the media long before the couple even announced they were expecting.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Stephens’ message is pertinent to many rich families as several states have either raised taxes, or are expecting to, on their wealthier residents.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

Analysts polled by FactSet were expecting $675.6 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

The analysts are expecting a “slow normalization” based on benchmarking today’s energy shock against every major one that’s taken place in the Middle East since the closure of the Suez Canal in 1956.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

I look up at Emma, expecting to see understanding or compassion.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller