expectation, n.Definitions

Expectation is, when great, better than a poor possession.

Expectation is too great in men, leading them to do too little.

Expectation is hope colored by fancy.

Expectation is the fool's income.

Expectation is best held in check. One should not expect more of the stuff than the subject can offer.

Expectation is not too complicated. What is expected of us is mostly an honest day of work.

Expectation is, by and by, a thing that takes the form of the unexpected when at last it comes.

Expectation is the state or condition of mind which in the procession of human emotions is preceded by Hope and followed by Despair.