anticipation

Example Sentences

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When Kamala Harris’ social media accounts fired back up this week, teasing a big announcement, there were predictions, laughter and some nervous anticipation.

From Salon

His stomach grew tight with the anticipation of something nasty about to happen.

From Literature

A few years ago, the Rams pulled back financially in anticipation of this offseason.

From Los Angeles Times

That anticipation has been building after Take-Two delayed the release of this game several times, but management did confirm last night that the game is still on track for that November release.

From Barron's

Yet some major investors are wagering against the “fall of America” narrative and are trading options in the over-the-counter market in anticipation that the S&P 500 reaches 8000 in a year or so.

From Barron's