as in delay
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as in staying
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
please wait here, and we'll seat you shortly
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Recent Examples of waiting
La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Armando, who was deemed healthy after receiving a treatment for an ear infection, is now one of the dogs waiting for his forever home at the shelter's Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
To help with the high intake levels, the AHS is urging the community to adopt from local shelters instead of purchasing a pet from a breeder or a pet store as shelters are full of pets waiting for a second chance.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Chandler had been waiting to fight McGregor for two years and decided to go elsewhere for UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in New York.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Are these considerations of potential compatibility problems while waiting for developers to move from x86 to ARM worth it?
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Will was waiting for her, ring box in hand.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
In Tucson, that could include the water now perched under an old landfill, waiting to be cleaned.
—Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
Whether standing in line, waiting for a friend, or even in the middle of a conversation, the temptation to check your device is overwhelming.
—Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
Some chatted among themselves, waiting to understand the meaning behind the invitation Saffold passed out to a select few students only weeks before.
—La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Armando, who was deemed healthy after receiving a treatment for an ear infection, is now one of the dogs waiting for his forever home at the shelter's Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
To help with the high intake levels, the AHS is urging the community to adopt from local shelters instead of purchasing a pet from a breeder or a pet store as shelters are full of pets waiting for a second chance.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Chandler had been waiting to fight McGregor for two years and decided to go elsewhere for UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in New York.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Are these considerations of potential compatibility problems while waiting for developers to move from x86 to ARM worth it?
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Will was waiting for her, ring box in hand.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
In Tucson, that could include the water now perched under an old landfill, waiting to be cleaned.
—Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
Whether standing in line, waiting for a friend, or even in the middle of a conversation, the temptation to check your device is overwhelming.
—Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waiting
Noun
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Under cost-cutting orders from the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency, purchasing cards had been frozen, requiring approvals for all but emergency expenses, which sometimes meant lengthy delays.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Anyone who pays close attention to the launch industry knows delays are part of the business.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
18 Apr. 2025
Verb
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From crafting product descriptions that resonate with buyers to staying ahead of competitors, AI tools can enable sellers to work smarter, not harder.—
Mina Elias,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The growth of the resort's offerings can be attributed to our commitment to staying ahead of the trends, our guests' increasing interest in unique and premium experiences, and our ability to collaborate with exceptional brands like Krug that align with our standards.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Sills said pathologists determined the couple drowned but are awaiting a toxicology report before releasing their findings.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA TODAY,
10 Mar. 2025
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Jordan and Washington are still awaiting sentencing for the murder of Jam Master Jay.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
10 Mar. 2025
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After years of hesitation, the national security space community is finally boarding the commercial space train, one that many of us have been pushing for since the early 2000’s.—
Charles Beames,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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This time around, there’s no hesitation for Larsson.—
Tiana DeNicola,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Magical door wash to welcome in the new To create your magic door wash, start with a glass mason jar and cleanse the space above it by ringing a bell in a clockwise motion to clear any lingering energy.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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From casting backlash and political dustups to a lingering conversation of how to portray the tale's dwarfs in 2025, here's a timeline detailing the Snow White live-action remake's controversies.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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William Jackson Harper’s character, Chidi, with all his moral dilemmas and indecision, helps guide her, but in turn, learns to be more decisive through Eleanor’s impulsive courage.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Sanders is a sensitive topic in the Giants building, which reflects the organization’s indecision and ongoing deliberation about him.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
16 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In January, Forbes named legendary television producer Dick Wolf a billionaire, as his Law & Order, Chicago and FBI shows serve as some of the last remaining pillars holding up the broadcast TV schedule.—
Matt Craig,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Twelve of the 14 playoff spots are decided, and the Broncos and Buccaneers can clinch the two remaining spots with wins.—
Josh Kendall,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Waiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waiting. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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