overanticipate

[US]/ˌəʊvərænˈtɪsɪpeɪt/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərænˈtɪsɪpeɪt/

Translation

v.To anticipate something to a greater degree than is reasonable or accurate; to expect more than what actually occurs; To form expectations that exceed realistic outcomes or events

Phrases & Collocations

don't overanticipate

overanticipated outcome

tendency to overanticipate

Example Sentences

many companies overanticipate demand for new products and end up with excess inventory.

investors often overanticipate the success of startup companies.

the government tends to overanticipate the economic growth rate.

parents sometimes overanticipate their children's academic performance.

forecasters overanticipate the severity of winter storms.

athletes may overanticipate their recovery time from injuries.

marketing teams overanticipate consumer response to new campaigns.

teachers sometimes overanticipate students' understanding of complex topics.

real estate developers overanticipate housing market demand.

doctors might overanticipate patients' response to treatment.

the military overanticipates threats from potential adversaries.

chefs overanticipate the number of guests at special events.

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