WATCHES (FOR) Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

watches (for)

verb

present tense third-person singular of watch (for)

as in anticipates

to believe in the future occurrence of (something) watch for all the latest news on this Web site

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Lilly anticipates the growth will continue and hiked its annual forecast.

— Harvey Stober, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2026
Collins anticipates more movement, cutting, off-ball activity and screening.

— Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of anticipates

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Despite the various headwinds and political uncertainty, most of Wall Street expects the growth in the economy to continue — if not without hiccups and lingering issues over the cost of living.

— Jeff Cox, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026
LePage expects to become the congressman-elect once all votes are counted.

— David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of expects

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Despite how tough the upcoming slate is, some of TCU’s veteran leaders are excited about the opportunity that awaits them this month.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026
This frontal elevation makes an indelible first impression while only hinting at what awaits inside.

— James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026

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