Present, n. That part of eternity dividing the domain of disappointment from the realm of hope.
Ambrose BierceMan wants to live, but it is useless to hope that this desire will dictate all his actions.
Albert CamusI'm naturally an optimist, but my basis for hope is rooted in my understanding of human nature.
Al GoreStudying is something I really love doing, and I just hope to have enough money for tuition.
Alexandra KosteniukTelevision has spread the habit of instant reaction and stimulated the hope of instant results.
Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr.Hope smiles from the threshold of the year to come, whispering, 'It will be happier.'
Alfred Lord Tennyson