anticipated
adjective
an·tic·i·pat·ed
an-ˈti-sə-ˌpā-təd 
: expected or looked-forward to
A large crowd gathered for his (eagerly) anticipated arrival.
making plans for the anticipated budget cuts
Thanks to the generosity and hard work of countless talented designers, these highly anticipated events raise funds to benefit valuable, important causes …—
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the anticipated date of delivery is July 14th
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Analysts attributed the trend to an anticipated drop in demand as investors worry about a global economic slowdown, instead of the spike in U.S. output promised by Trump.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 8 July 2025
With free admission to the park and most attractions and food included – aside from beverages and raffle tickets – the event came together with help from Park District staff and other who spent hours preparing for an anticipated high turnout, according to organizers.
—Kaitlin Mikrut, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
Before the search for love on the beach kicks off, here’s everything to know about tuning in, from the official start time to how to watch the anticipated next installment.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Some Greater Cincinnati businesses have already closed in response to the anticipated winter weather.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
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Max Zahn, ABC News, 8 July 2025
With free admission to the park and most attractions and food included – aside from beverages and raffle tickets – the event came together with help from Park District staff and other who spent hours preparing for an anticipated high turnout, according to organizers.
—Kaitlin Mikrut, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
Before the search for love on the beach kicks off, here’s everything to know about tuning in, from the official start time to how to watch the anticipated next installment.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Some Greater Cincinnati businesses have already closed in response to the anticipated winter weather.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for anticipated
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“Anticipated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anticipated. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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