- present participle of expect.
expecting
Example Sentences
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"You're expecting Liverpool to get top four this season at least but they didn't look like a top four team today," former Scotland winger Pat Nevin told 5 Live.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026
They were never in trouble last season, but I am expecting more of a struggle this time.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
The precious metals are bouncing back after dropping earlier this year, with investors expecting inflation to stay high as central banks keep interest rates where they are, Jefferies analysts say in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
“We don’t want to be in a position where we sell something that doesn’t equate to the experience that someone is expecting to have.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
Cat turned, expecting to see her brother—but instead, it was Poppy Zhang, the nicest girl in fifth grade.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
