was anticipating
- past progressive of anticipate.
Example Sentences
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The problem for CME’s stock, however, is that Wall Street was anticipating an exceptional first-quarter earnings report, so estimates for profit and revenue had climbed during the quarter.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 22, 2026
She said a good price for her potatoes would be £200 a tonne, but she was anticipating prices as low as £80 in December.
From BBC ● Dec. 18, 2025
After going a record 20 races without a podium finish for Ferrari, Hamilton said it was not totally unexpected and he was anticipating a very different season in 2026.
From Barron's ● Nov. 6, 2025
RBC says it was anticipating stronger volume growth.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2025
I was anticipating what June would say to that, when Neil came through the door without warning and caught me pressed against the wall listening to their most private sayings.
From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd
