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anticipates

VERB

expect; predict

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assume await count on forecast foresee prepare for see

STRONG

conjecture divine entertain figure foretell prognosticate prophesy suppose visualize wait

WEAK

bargain for be afraid count chickens cross the bridge foretaste have a hunch hope for jump the gun look for look forward to plan on prevision promise oneself see coming see in the cards wait for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

doubt

WEAK

be amazed be surprised be unready

VERB

act in advance of

Synonyms

STRONGEST

delay forestall prepare for prevent

STRONG

apprehend block hinder intercept precede preclude

WEAK

be early be one step ahead of beat someone to it hold back provide against

Antonyms

STRONG

allow forward help permit

WEAK

be amazed be surprised be unready doubt

Example Sentences

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However, it also anticipates a sequentially improving performance through the year.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

It anticipates adjusted earnings per share of $3.15 to $3.45.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

The Abu Dhabi-owned gas company anticipates a hit to second-quarter net income between $400 million and $600 million due to the strait’s closure.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

It still anticipates adjusted earnings per share at around 2.20 euros.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Turns out not using the number is harder than Jus anticipates, especially when he’s alone with nothing but memories of his homeboy.

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone