MEANING
Considered before an event or decision, based on expectations or forecasts rather than realized outcomes.
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Before an event, using expectations rather than observed results.Use for plans, estimates, or assessments made before the relevant event or outcome occurs.
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Ex ante, the committee expected the reform to lower costs; the realized savings proved smaller.
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