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anticipation

[an-tis-uh-pey-shuhn] / ænˌtɪs əˈpeɪ ʃən /




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And then there’s the constant anticipation that something else will go wrong.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

In anticipation of his 11th stand-up comedy special, “Tea & Scotch,” Oswalt appeared on Delish’s “SNACKS!” to discuss all things food and cravings.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

The search for the next 007 officially began last month, after years of anticipation and speculation about who will take over from Daniel Craig.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Simpson says his preference is to fade rallies below the cycle highs in anticipation of a move back toward US$0.7000.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Rose hissed like a recoiling snake, her hand reaching to cover RiRi’s eyes in anticipation of Miig dancing an electric jig, sizzling like a piece of frying meat.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline




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