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VocabJLPT N2
to anticipate
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to anticipate
  2. 2. to expect
  3. 3. to place confidence in
  4. 4. to find promising
To anticipate or expect something, or to factor something into one's plans. It implies looking ahead and counting on a certain outcome or person when making decisions.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We believed the budget was sufficient, but additional funds are needed.

Sentence 2

I went ahead and reported that it would be done by next week.

Sentence 3

I thought I'd make it and ran, but the train left without me!

Sentence 4

The teacher anticipated more students would pass and stepped up their prep.

Sentence 5

You thought that would be enough? That's pretty naive.