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Discover LudwigThe phrase "desperately hoped" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when expressing a strong desire or longing for something to happen, often in a context of urgency or emotional intensity.
Example: "She desperately hoped that her application would be accepted, as it was her dream to study abroad."
Alternatives: "fervently wished" or "earnestly desired."
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Investigators had desperately hoped they would find something at the suspects' homes.
"We desperately hoped he'd manifest the heroic vision that might change America's course.
Most councils desperately hoped they would be saved by Labour winning the 1987 election.
Like virtually everyone else watching, he desperately hoped that she would quickly recover.
But we desperately hoped that he and Houen, by some miracle, might still be alive.
"I desperately hoped so but I realised it would be a success anyway because we'd had a great weekend regardless.
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I desperately hope that.
"I desperately hope for reunification.
They desperately hope they will be acquitted.
The Lions desperately hope Harrington is it.
They are desperately hoping he has left for good.
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