anticipate
verb (used with object)
to realize beforehand; foretaste or foresee.
have been anticipating
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present perfect progressiveof anticipate.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Many SpaceX shareholders have been anticipating Friday’s launch and are looking for more details about the Starship program when the company reports quarterly earnings for the first time on Aug. 4.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
Investors have been anticipating a surge in pharma deal activity in 2026 as drug makers look to replenish their pipelines and take advantage of lower interest rates.
From Barron's ● Jan. 20, 2026
Markets have been anticipating that rate cuts will start on 1 August, helping fixed mortgage rates fall.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2024
Some towns and business owners have been anticipating the celestial event and huge crowds for years.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 15, 2024
But I have been anticipating sadly during my drive of Sir Guy's coach up Sir Guy's avenue.
From Kate Coventry An Autobiography by G. J. Whyte-Melville
