hopefully

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"Places like A&E can be quite popular spots, just sitting there and hopefully not be moved on," she says.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“It’s going to help on operations costs, and that will all lead to hopefully a better cost profile.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

"We hope the water fountains in stadiums will still be free, hopefully you aren't charged in the queue!"

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Nevertheless, following the purchase of shares worth almost 30 million Swiss francs earlier this year, management will hopefully demonstrate further confidence, the analyst adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

I look up hopefully at every passerby, but after what seems like hours, I haven't seen anything encouraging except Rani's smile.

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman