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anticipates

VERB

expect; predict

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assume await count on forecast foresee prepare for see

STRONG

conjecture divine entertain figure foretell prognosticate prophesy suppose visualize wait

WEAK

bargain for be afraid count chickens cross the bridge foretaste have a hunch hope for jump the gun look for look forward to plan on prevision promise oneself see coming see in the cards wait for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

doubt

WEAK

be amazed be surprised be unready

VERB

act in advance of

Synonyms

STRONGEST

delay forestall prepare for prevent

STRONG

apprehend block hinder intercept precede preclude

WEAK

be early be one step ahead of beat someone to it hold back provide against

Antonyms

STRONG

allow forward help permit

WEAK

be amazed be surprised be unready doubt

Example Sentences

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For 2026, HP anticipates generating free cash flow of $2.8 billion to $3 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Alfonsi made her comments as the “60 Minutes” staff anticipates significant changes in the coming days, which could include shifting the lineup of correspondents.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

He said he anticipates filing around 80 tort claims stemming from the immigration enforcement actions there.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Home Depot’s upcoming earnings report anticipates a 4.3% year-over-year EPS decline to $3.41, with revenue rising 4.3% to $41.59 billion.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Turns out not using the number is harder than Jus anticipates, especially when he’s alone with nothing but memories of his homeboy.

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone