anticipation

Example Sentences

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“It keeps markets in a constant state of anticipation, as any unexpected deviation, whether toward a deeper slowdown or higher inflation, could significantly alter monetary policy expectations,” he says.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The massive funding round comes with anticipation that OpenAI is planning to become a publicly traded company this year as competition intesifies in the AI sector.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Each pregnancy began with quiet anticipation and ended in its undoing.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

But her historic start to the season has also only increased anticipation surrounding a tilt at athletics' longest-standing world record - the 43-year outright 800m world record of 1:53.28, set by Jarmila Kratochvilova.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

Max and I are left standing inside a circle of eager people, and even Helena sits to watch, shoulders hunched in anticipation.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron