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Changes such as upgrades for extra legroom and checked bag fees could usher in more earnings growth than the company has anticipated, the firm argued.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

“The lower prices could enable higher volumes, which we do not believe Novo has anticipated for 2026,” SEB says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 7, 2025

In some recent moments, he said, he has anticipated a warm reception at Dodger Stadium this weekend.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 24, 2024

"This is going to be harder than he has anticipated - and it's going to be a lot of work for him," she says.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2022

“No more than he knew that the Beggar King would die young, or that Khal Drogo would follow him into the grave. Very little of what the fat man has anticipated has come to pass.”

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin