1
as in to expect
to believe in the future occurrence of (something)
members of the sect are confidently awaiting the imminent end of the world
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as in to wait
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
crowds had been awaiting in the streets for hours
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Recent Examples of await
The two collaborators shaped the look of a cultural phenomenon in Season 1 and found a way to exceed the seemingly insurmountable expectations that awaited Season 2, an achievement that earned them the Auteur Award at the 2025 TV IndieWire Honors.
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 June 2025
The bill cleared the state Senate unanimously and awaits Governor Greg Abbott's signature.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 June 2025
Alas, all those savings will be more than offset by the effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill that passed the House and awaits action in the Senate.
—Nr Editors, National Review, 6 June 2025
McClatchy News reached out to the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center for more details and is awaiting a response.
—Simone Jasper, Miami Herald, 6 June 2025
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Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 June 2025
The bill cleared the state Senate unanimously and awaits Governor Greg Abbott's signature.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 June 2025
Alas, all those savings will be more than offset by the effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill that passed the House and awaits action in the Senate.
—Nr Editors, National Review, 6 June 2025
McClatchy News reached out to the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center for more details and is awaiting a response.
—Simone Jasper, Miami Herald, 6 June 2025
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Michaels unfolds bigger move into fabrics: What customers can expect The Joann's acquisition meshes with Michaels' evolving consumer interests.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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Places like America’s Best Racing are working to educate casual fans about everything from betting to how well horses are taken care of and what to expect on race day.—
Spencer Ripchik,
Baltimore Sun,
6 June 2025
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On a recent morning, there was a queue of parents waiting outside Batte’s office to request more time to clear tuition balances.—
Rodney Muhumuza,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
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The National Retail Federation also anticipated skyrocketing prices on clothing, household appliances, furniture and more.—
Dryden Pence,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Organizers anticipate that the immigration enforcement and Trump's response to largely peaceful protests by bringing in the military is a pivot point that will bring new people to the streets June 14.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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“Await.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/await. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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