anticipate
verbUK /ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt/
US /ænˈtɪsəpeɪt/
To think something will happen before it does.
We anticipate rain tomorrow, so bring an umbrella.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. To get ready for something before it happens.
The store anticipated the holiday rush by hiring extra workers.
3. To look forward to something with excitement.
She eagerly anticipated her birthday party.
4. To act before someone else does.
The chess player anticipated his opponent's move and blocked it.