- present participle of anticipate.
anticipating
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Nomura likes the Japanese pharmaceutical wholesaler’s approach to anticipating investor expectations by undertaking reform in wholesaling business, formulating strategies to boost return on equity, and enhancing shareholder returns.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
Analysts and investors are eagerly anticipating Netflix’s third quarter earnings results Tuesday, as executives are expected to address how they plan to move the company forward.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026
O'Neill believes Hearts are genuine contenders again and is anticipating a match that will be as challenging as May's dramatic title decider.
From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026
Even when a person is fully unconscious under general anesthesia, their brain may still be doing something remarkable: processing language, recognizing patterns, and even anticipating which words will come next.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2026
A player stuck to either side of him, anticipating his every move.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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