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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West Brom’s offer did not reach the Loons’ valuation, but United anticipates other offers.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
11 Mar. 2026 -
If the referendum passes, Kim anticipates a two-year construction project beginning in late 2026 or early 2027.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Still, the Kremlin expects to reap benefits from the Iran war.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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Fisher expects the utility’s Board of Water Commissioners to make a drought declaration by the end of March.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
15 Mar. 2026
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Lakey’s new immigration bill passed the Senate and awaits a hearing in a House committee.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
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Now, while Kentucky advances in the SEC tournament, Missouri awaits its seeding in the NCAA Tournament.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Watches (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watches%20%28for%29. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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