anticipatory

Example Sentences

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Here are a few strategies for keeping anticipatory anxiety at bay.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Beth Hope, an executive coach, says "Sunday blues" are very common and usually come from anticipatory stress, where the brain predicts a high demand on Monday and "activates the stress response early".

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026

Asked why the numbers were not higher, Pace highlighted "anticipatory action, being ready".

From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025

We’re stuck in anticipatory pre-recession mode, and what’s coming next may not be so flush for any of us.

From Slate • May 20, 2025

She looked up when the musical overture ended, and in its place an anticipatory silence weighted the air.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray