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anticipatory

[an-tis-uh-puh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee] / ænˈtɪs ə pəˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i /


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He also noted a failure to follow the "appropriate guidelines and anticipatory care plan in place for Archie", which would have led to a consultation with an infection specialist.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

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

From Barron's • Nov. 5, 2025

For those feeling unsatisfied with their current lives, anticipatory nostalgia can decrease anxiety while enhancing the meaningfulness of the moment.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

She would have been thrilled at the prospect of seeing an important collection of ferns, and even felt some anticipatory tummy rumbles at the thought of eating what promised to be a truly delicious meal.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




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