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

"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

“They’re flashing to find a mate for the night and to hopefully produce the next generation of fireflies.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

They would be sneaking into the Hall of Elders tonight to sit in on the council meeting and hopefully narrow down their list of Nightbeast sidekicks.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega