was hoping
- past progressive of hope.
Example Sentences
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It was exactly the kind of response Caballero was hoping for.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
Duhamel revealed just a few weeks ago that he was hoping to one day live at the remote property full time.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 1, 2026
By calling the president, I was hoping for some color on his relationship with Hildebrand.
From Salon ● Jun. 24, 2026
"I was hoping to talk to some of the podcasters about her case," says McConnell.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
“I was hoping you’d be around,” I said.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
