expectation

Fast-forward to October 2020, and the expectation that the first COVID-19 vaccines would soon be approved sparked a massive economic-reopening trade.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 2, 2026

The company, which makes bespoke data management and analysis software for businesses and governments, on Monday reported 96% revenue growth to $2.31 billion, beating Wall Street’s expectation for $2.18 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 2026

Pre-match, the expectation had been Carrick would be in charge for that.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

That result directly challenges the expectation that stronger winds should clear away more gas and make it easier for radiation to reach intergalactic space.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 30, 2026

For a time, she fulfilled her father’s expectation of living a frivolous, carefree life; she loved riding horses, singing, dancing, socializing, and flirting with the law students who studied with her father.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling

“Higher yields driven by stronger growth or tighter Federal Reserve expectations would normally support the currency,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026

The research and advisory company raised its annual outlook, but implied fourth-quarter earnings fell short of Wall Street’s expectations.

From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026

They include promising wealth, high returns or a better lifestyle to tempt you into investing; raising expectations for unrealistic profits; and using titles, qualifications or positions of authority to gain your trust.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 3, 2026

“The expectations, given the powers that the mayor actually has, are probably too high,” said Tom Hogen-Esch, a professor of political science at Cal State Northridge.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026

“We come next, to mere details of arrangement. You must know that, although I have used the term ‘expectations’ more than once, you are not endowed with expectations only.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens