Anticipate
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Pro Tip 1/2
Expect with Preparedness
Use 'anticipate' when you not only expect something but also prepare for it. Businesses anticipate holiday shopping by stocking extra products.
Pro Tip 2/2
Not Always Positive
'Anticipate' can refer to both good and bad events you foresee and ready yourself for. She anticipated the challenges of the project, arranging early consultations.