expectation
n. 期待，预期；期望，指望
复数 expectations
例句
There was an air of expectation and great curiosity.
有着一种期待和好奇的感觉。
《牛津词典》
I applied for the post more in hope than expectation.
我申请这个职位是希望多于期待。
We are confident in our expectation of a full recovery.
我们满怀信心地期待着完全康复。
