anticipation
Example Sentences
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There has been considerable anticipation around whether he can chart a policy course that differs from the president’s wishes ahead of crucial midterm elections in November.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
The results of a project carried out in Nice and along the French Riviera show why anticipation and preventive evacuation measures remain the only truly effective means of saving lives.
From Science Daily • May 21, 2026
As the imaginary train whisks the puppets around the country, the show manages to build anticipation just by making the crowd wonder what comes next.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
Police Scotland said a number of roads in the Trongate area had been closed in anticipation of title celebrations and people were advised to avoid the area.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
I didn’t feel cold or scared; I felt wonder stirred with anticipation and a sense of homecoming.
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
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