A number of economists expect a further economic slowdown next year.

A fair number of young soldiers and families didn't expect war to break out during their time in the army.

The next thing will be the harvest, and the number of traders he expects.

Indeed, a growing number of market participants now expect the next rate increase to come in May.

That number is expected to grow, he said, as other people come forward, encouraged by the sudden shift in the political climate.

As more lots are developed, an increasing number of residents expect improved infrastructure.

The last 5 bits indicate the number of words to expect (1-32).

A number of the players were probably expecting to have a day off after playing three games in four nights.

A number of experts expect the leadership here to form a new political party.

The large number of senior company executives expected suggests an older crowd.