be hopeful about something
be hopeful of something

We are hopeful of good news for our friend and colleague.

The players are now hopeful of even more liberalized rules.

In Episode 2, she writes off a hopeful because of her chin.

The club are hopeful of the stadium opening in 2011.

He administers the treatment, and both are hopeful of the results.

Only then will I be hopeful of the future of my country.

With the 4th best record in the league, the Kings were hopeful of a deep playoff run.

If this could be done, I am hopeful of a better future for the world.

I was hopeful of this, but am now growing increasingly worried.

I am still hopeful of a positive outcome this year.