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as in hopefulness
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as in confidence
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Recent Examples of hope
Rebecca Schneid, Time, 27 July 2025
Still, some manufacturers have hopes that hydrogen has a role to play in transport.
—James Morris, Fortune, 27 July 2025
Okla Jones, Essence, 14 July 2025
Buc-ee’s is hoping to open its 24/7 store and fueling plaza in early 2027 and is expected to employ between 175 and 225 full-time workers.
—Erik S. Hanley, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
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Noun
Still, earlier this month, the European Union suspended its retaliatory measures against Trump’s tariffs in hopes of forming a deal, and Trump and von der Leyen seem optimistic about their chances.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 27 July 2025
Still, some manufacturers have hopes that hydrogen has a role to play in transport.
—James Morris, Fortune, 27 July 2025
Verb
Ultimately, Williams hopes readers come away from Martyr Loser King with more than aesthetic awe.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 14 July 2025
Buc-ee’s is hoping to open its 24/7 store and fueling plaza in early 2027 and is expected to employ between 175 and 225 full-time workers.
—Erik S. Hanley, jsonline.com, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hope
Noun
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Tracey Harvey, inspired by Kelly’s confidence, climbed a wall in Hyde Park to get a better view of the stage.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
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The University Academic Senate narrowly voted no confidence in Marquette leaders, including Ah Yun, a few days after he was named president.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Chris Bailey announced an effort to create his department's new strategic plan in April.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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Paige and Tim were originally supposed to get married in May 2020 — a plan that was derailed by COIVD-19, like so many others' nuptials.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
23 July 2025
Verb
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Those wishing to provide monetary support to Heinz's parents, Shane and Amber, can do so through either Venmo or PayPal (daniellefaskell@gmail.com).—
Chris Ramirez,
jsonline.com,
26 July 2025
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Employers and vendors may wish to evaluate whether existing service agreements, product designs, and workflows would need to be adjusted to meet the bill’s requirements if it is enacted.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Luckily, this could help you to uncover a deeper sense of trust, vulnerability or connection in a key relationship.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Our government is the custodian of public trust and taxpayer funds and we as citizens have every right to insist on transparency and accountability.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Wood fostered a creative and fun-loving environment at WEBN, encouraging innovative ideas and pranks.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
The Enquirer,
3 Aug. 2025
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That’s both a smart idea and a potentially troubling idea.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Walker dreams of connecting with celebrity car enthusiasts who share their passion for both automotive culture and community service.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
2 Aug. 2025
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Although there are many who dream about one day living on Mars, there’s been one challenge to plans for eventually settling on the Red Planet: access to water, which would be vital for any kind of community.—
Alex Knapp,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Critics say displaying those details may encourage some observing the festival to boycott shops owned by those of another faith – an attack on the secularism enshrined in the constitution.—
Aishwarya S. Iyer,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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Even in the aftermath of a loss where everything that could go wrong did, several prominent Twins said the series demonstrated their best days are still ahead, with Lewis re-emerging as a threat being central to their faith.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
24 July 2025
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Achieving a small goal (A) can boost your engagement (E) and deepen your sense of purpose (M).—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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At Moody, the theology major found purpose leading weekly devotionals in her dorm, guiding her peers in prayer.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Hope.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hope. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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