anticipating
Americanadjective
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looking forward to something; expecting or waiting for something.
In the absence of an exact launch date for the new version, the eagerly anticipating fans will have to be patient.
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thinking, speaking, acting, etc., in advance.
The fast pace of the business environment makes it imperative for organizations to adopt an anticipating stance toward changes.
Other Word Forms
- unanticipating adjective
- unanticipatingly adverb
Etymology
Origin of anticipating
First recorded in 1605–15; anticipate ( def. ) + -ing 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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I’d been anticipating the mythical fifth book for the entirety of our friendship.
From Literature
Kocher’s comments indicate that he isn’t anticipating any imminent change in the ECB’s interest rate, an expectation that is shared by investors.
The prevailing message from China’s leadership in 2026 is likely to be one of macroeconomic policy continuity, he said, anticipating a modest budget prioritizing economic stabilization alongside sustained, targeted policy stimulus.
Many people had been anticipating a possible US attack.
From BBC
Like Mary Redfield, they came anticipating a bit of nighttime fun, until the raps correctly answered personal questions about family members, living and dead.
From Literature
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