41.   Neither was the earlier media spotlight, he said, despite expecting the worst and getting it.

42.   No one seems certain if the drop is a one-time blip or a sign of long-term woes, but investors clearly expect the worst.

43.   Of course, a few analysts are expecting the worst.

44.   Open the door, walk in and expect the worst.

45.   Prior to finding out he would be eligible to play against Florida Tuesday, Belanger was clearly expecting the worst.

46.   Rivals are expecting the worst.

47.   She expected the worst.

48.   Similarly, if everyone expects the worst and sells stocks, the smallest ray of hope can make the market climb.

49.   So I walked into the studio, alone and sober, expecting the worst.

50.   Some football players expected the worst when Kearin called them in for a meeting Monday afternoon.