1
as in expecting
to believe in the future occurrence of (something)
I anticipate that we'll be seeing you for New Year's
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2
as in foreseeing
to realize or know about beforehand
I anticipated this unhelpful response
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Recent Examples of anticipating
Now, the couple is eagerly anticipating the arrival of their first baby.
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Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
With the government anticipating roughly an eight-week trial — six weeks for prosecutors and two for defense — any deviation from that schedule could be threatened by the July 4th weekend, which in turn could impact the potential jury pool.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 13 Mar. 2025
That means skywatchers around the globe are anticipating a flood of incredible lunar images over the next few days.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Along with the usual difficulties — bed rest, birthing classes, the high costs of healthcare and baby formula — anticipating his first child is bringing a lot of baggage with Sean’s own father to the surface.
—Katie Rife, IndieWire, 12 Mar. 2025
Interviews can feel like a game of chess—anticipating moves, preparing responses and hoping to make the right impression.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
Those who experience it often exhibit anxiety, avoidance behaviors, and sometimes physical symptoms such as an elevated heart rate or perspiration when anticipating a phone call.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
In New York, for instance, regulations require organizations anticipating raffle proceeds of more than $5,000 to register with the state Gaming Commission.
—David Andreatta, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2025
Other parts of southern Nevada also were anticipating rainfall, NWS Las Vegas said, including Bishop, Daggett, Kingman, Laughlin and Lake Havasu.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
With the government anticipating roughly an eight-week trial — six weeks for prosecutors and two for defense — any deviation from that schedule could be threatened by the July 4th weekend, which in turn could impact the potential jury pool.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 13 Mar. 2025
That means skywatchers around the globe are anticipating a flood of incredible lunar images over the next few days.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Along with the usual difficulties — bed rest, birthing classes, the high costs of healthcare and baby formula — anticipating his first child is bringing a lot of baggage with Sean’s own father to the surface.
—Katie Rife, IndieWire, 12 Mar. 2025
Interviews can feel like a game of chess—anticipating moves, preparing responses and hoping to make the right impression.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
Those who experience it often exhibit anxiety, avoidance behaviors, and sometimes physical symptoms such as an elevated heart rate or perspiration when anticipating a phone call.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
In New York, for instance, regulations require organizations anticipating raffle proceeds of more than $5,000 to register with the state Gaming Commission.
—David Andreatta, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2025
Other parts of southern Nevada also were anticipating rainfall, NWS Las Vegas said, including Bishop, Daggett, Kingman, Laughlin and Lake Havasu.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for anticipating
Verb
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Household income growth expectations also declined, with the share of households expecting to be in a worse financial situation one year from now climbing to 30% — the highest reading since October 2023.—
Kevin Ryan,
Quartz,
14 Apr. 2025
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Veith questioned the validity of expecting an employee to work part time rather than use sick time.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Disability claims and appeals could be delayed, creating financial hardships for those awaiting decisions.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
10 Mar. 2025
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Officials are awaiting cell phone record information as well as the results of a necropsy being conducted on the deceased dog.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The 49ers being the sixth favorite to win the Super Bowl next year seems insane and more based on past success rather than predicting future success.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
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Mapping features is not the same as fully predicting behavior.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Anticipating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anticipating. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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