Hope

usgb/həʊp/
verb

To desire or wish for something to happen.

I hope to see you again.
Visual representation of "hope" - To desire or wish for something to happen

Often appears as...

  • hope for the best
  • hope to see you again
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Visual representation of "hope"
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Future Oriented

Use 'hope' for expressing a wish about something you want to happen in the future.

Illustration for Future Oriented
I hope to graduate with honors.
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Positive Outcome

'Hope' often implies a positive outcome or optimism.

Illustration for Positive Outcome
We hope for sunny weather during our trip.
Visual representation of the word "Hope"

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