Meaning of the word anticipatory in English

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anticipatory

US /ænˈtɪs.ə.pə.tɔːr.i/
UK /ænˈtɪs.ɪ.pə.tər.i/

Adjective

happening or done in anticipation of something

Example:
The company made anticipatory moves to prepare for the new market trends.
She felt an anticipatory thrill as she waited for the results.