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hopefully

[hohp-fuh-lee] / ˈhoʊp fə li /


ADVERB
probably
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“It’s a piece of my childhood that I get to now share with my kids and hopefully someday they’ll share with their kids if they stay in Redding.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

"I think it will hopefully reinvigorate us all."

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

“The North Shore is pretty gnarly right now. So hopefully everyone’s safe and getting out. Stay safe out there,” he added.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

"I think we might see people rebuilding their lives in different stages and at different speeds, but hopefully they've got the right help and they talk to each other," he said.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The bunny looked up and twitched her nose hopefully.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia