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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Folwell said the purpose of launching this early is to start an awareness campaign and to raise funds that would be used to consult legal experts in forming the ballot language, as well as legal fees for anticipated battles with the Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s office.
—Kelcie Moseley-Morris, Idaho Statesman, 19 Apr. 2024
As Coachella grew — from one day to three days then back-to-back weekends — local artists were often the most anticipated acts, like the double-billing of Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre in 2012 that reincarnated Tupac as a hologram.
—Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
At least four other annual conferences announced anticipated reductions later this year or next year.
—Liam Adams, USA TODAY, 16 Apr. 2024
But they were cut to 10 hours as the day progressed and the anticipated crowds failed to appear.
—Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Apr. 2024
In one of the most anticipated and controversial rulings in American history, Simpson was acquitted of the double murder charges, famously prompting a stunned look on Kardashian’s face when the judge announced the verdict.
—Krystie Lee Yandoli, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2024
While there will be around 40,000 people in Augusta to see the anticipated tournament in person, this is also one of the most exclusive tournaments to get tickets to, with limited attendance.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 11 Apr. 2024
Additionally, the much anticipated Dolly Parton Experience will welcome guests in May, as an interactive exhibit that will follow the singer’s journey from Tennessee’s Locust Ridge and through to her superstar status on stages around the globe.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2024
The man who inked the largest contract in franchise history until LaMelo Ball took the crown with his max rookie extension was back in the building, affixed in a familiar place for the anticipated homecoming: on the bench in street clothes.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2024
Kelcie Moseley-Morris, Idaho Statesman, 19 Apr. 2024
As Coachella grew — from one day to three days then back-to-back weekends — local artists were often the most anticipated acts, like the double-billing of Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre in 2012 that reincarnated Tupac as a hologram.
—Danielle Dorsey, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
At least four other annual conferences announced anticipated reductions later this year or next year.
—Liam Adams, USA TODAY, 16 Apr. 2024
But they were cut to 10 hours as the day progressed and the anticipated crowds failed to appear.
—Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Apr. 2024
In one of the most anticipated and controversial rulings in American history, Simpson was acquitted of the double murder charges, famously prompting a stunned look on Kardashian’s face when the judge announced the verdict.
—Krystie Lee Yandoli, Rolling Stone, 12 Apr. 2024
While there will be around 40,000 people in Augusta to see the anticipated tournament in person, this is also one of the most exclusive tournaments to get tickets to, with limited attendance.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 11 Apr. 2024
Additionally, the much anticipated Dolly Parton Experience will welcome guests in May, as an interactive exhibit that will follow the singer’s journey from Tennessee’s Locust Ridge and through to her superstar status on stages around the globe.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2024
The man who inked the largest contract in franchise history until LaMelo Ball took the crown with his max rookie extension was back in the building, affixed in a familiar place for the anticipated homecoming: on the bench in street clothes.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2024
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“Anticipated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anticipated. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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