Smith added that some might have anticipated some kind of quantitative easing, or fresh outright buying of Treasury securities, on top of the action the Fed did take.

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We anticipated that the Year of the Dragon would spur an increase in the buying of traditional gifts of gold dragon pendants and coins.

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When the British won a battle, investors anticipated the day that the government would stop issuing new bonds and turn to buying old ones via the sinking fund.

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After buying the car, owners will subscribe to a battery-replacement and charging plan based on their anticipated mileage.

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