anticipation

Example Sentences

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Tomatoes deserve their time under the spotlight, especially in anticipation of National Fresh Tomato Day, which is on April 6.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

What’s known as “pip watch” started earlier this week, a time of high anticipation when livestream viewers watch for signs of a chick breaking out of its shell.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

As the countdown clock restarted, the atmosphere turned to electric anticipation.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“It keeps markets in a constant state of anticipation, as any unexpected deviation, whether toward a deeper slowdown or higher inflation, could significantly alter monetary policy expectations,” he says.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Zheng looked at the sea with so much hope and anticipation that Razi’s heart lifted.

From "The Boy Who Met a Whale" by Nizrana Farook