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expectation

[ek-spek-tey-shuhn] / ˌɛk spɛkˈteɪ ʃən /


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The company said its expectation for lower sales reflects lower net price realization, as well as a decline in sales volumes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Three finals in three years, all lost, and each one tightening the knot of public expectation around him.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The company forecasts revenue between $396 million and $406 million for the fourth quarter, compared with Wall Steet’s $394.1 million expectation.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

This is an expectation of working in the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

“How much do you have?” asks Stu Leeson, with both suspicion and expectation.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman




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