fancied

Example Sentences

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After surrendering meekly in their opening two matches against China and South Korea, few fancied Rebecca Morrison's rink to right the wrongs against the world champions.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

In subzero conditions in Germany's frozen north, Kiel impressed against their heavily fancied opponents but were unable to make it count in a match with few clear chances for either side.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

When he joined in 2021, Haselden cleaned up Arc’teryx’s product lineup to focus on items mountain athletes—or people who fancied themselves like them—would actually wear.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025

Besides being budget-friendly and clearly well-curated, boasting up-and-comers and offering big-name surprises, it was a place to meet like-minded alternative types who fancied the same fashions, art and pop culture references.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 26, 2025

When I went by the rhinoceros pit I fancied the rhinos’ heads were hung low with sadness over the loss of one of their dear companions.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel