hope
noun
the feeling that what is wanted can be had or that events will turn out for the best.
am hoping
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present progressiveof hope (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“I kind of am hoping that the M.B.A. will open the door more concretely.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
I am hoping you can provide some guidance because I am very confused about my Social Security options.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 31, 2026
"I am hoping to graduate in December. And so, yeah, I'm definitely in a crunch right now. I do not have a good plan yet," McMillan told AFP.
From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026
I am hoping to retire early, and there seems to be many first-world problems to solve.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 27, 2026
I am hoping, also, for some blackberry kisses.
From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech
