anticipate
Meaning
To anticipate means to expect or predict something, often preparing for it in advance.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "anticipate" with "expect," as "anticipate" often implies a proactive response.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Maya
has
been
cleaning
the
house
all
morning
because
she
is
hosting
a
small
dinner
tonight
.
She
did
not
anticipate
how
long
the
cooking
would
take
,
so
she
started
earlier
than
she
planned
.
While
the
soup
simmered
on
the
stove
,
she
checked
the
table
and
set
out
extra
plates
and
glasses
.
When
the
doorbell
rang
at
seven
,
she
smiled
and
took
a
deep
breath
before
opening
the
door
.
Common Phrases
anticipate change
anticipate problems
anticipate needs
Synonyms
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