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hopefully

[hohp-fuh-lee] / ˈhoʊp fə li /


ADVERB
probably
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The show really breaks down those boundaries, explores the deeper meaning and, hopefully will help people to not be so judgmental.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

It is important and inspirational and hopefully encourages others to pick up their pens or head off to do some crate digging or other cultural archeology.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

Azzata, for his part, feels "happy that this individual was arrested and hopefully will plead guilty and put this whole thing to rest."

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Still, FOREX.com analyst Fawad Razaqzada said: "Investors are confident that oil prices could ease further and the Strait of Hormuz will re-open again and hopefully stay open beyond the two-week ceasefire period."

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

I know that the Guardians can too, but hopefully they can’t get to the tunnel entrance.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas