Synonyms of expecting

Antonyms of expecting

Collocations of expecting

expecting a baby
Frequency: 80 %

They are expecting a baby in the spring.

expecting good news
Frequency: 65 %

She was anxiously expecting good news about her job interview.

expecting the worst
Frequency: 60 %

Despite her positive outlook, she couldn't help but be expecting the worst outcome.

expecting a package
Frequency: 50 %

She was eagerly expecting a package to arrive with her new book.

expecting a promotion
Frequency: 45 %

After working hard for years, he was finally expecting a promotion at work.

Idiomatic Expressions for expecting

  • Phrase: expecting a baby
    Meaning: to be pregnant and anticipating the birth of a child
    Usage: She is expecting a baby in December, so we are planning a baby shower for her.