anticipated

verb

1
To act before (someone), especially to prevent an action.
2
To take up or introduce (something) prematurely.
“The advocate plans to anticipate a part of her argument.”
3
To know of (something) before it happens; to expect.
“Please anticipate a journey of an hour from your house to the airport”
4
To eagerly wait for (something)
“Little Johnny started to anticipate the arrival of Santa Claus a week before Christmas.”

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