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anticipating

[an-tis-uh-pay-ting] / ænˈtɪs əˌpeɪ tɪŋ /
















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Instead of reflecting a system that has simply stopped distinguishing between different memories, these responses might involve a brain mechanism that shifts too quickly from recognizing safety to anticipating danger.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 3, 2026

Iran and the Gulf states caught in the crossfire, meanwhile, are frenziedly stocking up on missiles and interceptors as if anticipating a return to hostilities.

From Slate ● Oct. 30, 2026

A week before the Deitch show opened, he was still anticipating what it might become.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

On average, analysts are anticipating $17.79 a share for 2026 adjusted earnings, based on FactSet.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026

Otto pressed his hands into the new night, trying to feel his way through the darkness, anticipating Mr. Flux clutching his neck at any second.

From "The Last Last-Day-of-Summer" by Lamar Giles


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