on standby

phrase

: ready or available for immediate action or use

Examples of on standby in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Following the fatal incident, Cabo Verde reported that Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho announced the creation of a multidisciplinary emergency response team that will remain on standby to more efficiently respond to future crises. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2026

Kansas City Royals reliever Nate Pearson had his suitcase on standby. — Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

There was no doctor on standby, or midwife to guide her through labor and delivery. — Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

Keep in mind, though, that you won’t be bumped from a flight in order to make room for a traveler on standby. — Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for on standby

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