Great Expectations
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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It’s a catchphrase that fans, players and public figures have used to encourage people to dream that the Mexican national soccer team can exceed expectations.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2026
The 6-foot-5 guard from Baylor, whose father spent six seasons in the NBA, is trying to exceed expectations, he says during his introductory news conference.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 28, 2026
Companies know they have to exceed expectations to get a pop.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
ING said upcoming U.S. inflation data could exceed expectations but the dollar’s performance will likely be dictated by moves in the equity market.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
It has since been demonstrated that the revenues of new roads almost always exceed expectations.
From The Railroad Question A historical and practical treatise on railroads, and remedies for their abuses by Larrabee, William
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