anticipation
Example Sentences
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The casting process for the new James Bond has officially begun, after years of anticipation and speculation about who will take over from Daniel Craig as 007.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
Colombia’s rally also has to do with its upcoming elections External link, and investors’ anticipation that a more markets-forward candidate might win.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Meanwhile, in anticipation of a new fundraising round and, later, an initial public offering, bids, asks and trading activity for Anthropic shares have surged on the secondary market.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
This came in part due to the frontloading of production in anticipation of sharply higher costs and potential supply disruptions ahead.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
It’s the expression people wear when they’re about to deliver bad news, and my adrenaline rises in anticipation.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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