as in expected
being in accordance with the prescribed, normal, or logical course of events
at the awaited moment the President walked up to the lectern and began his address to the nation
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as in anticipated
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 waited
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 awaited
Bella Webb, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
The startup has emerged as one of the most valuable fintech companies, and investors have eagerly awaited a potential initial public offering.
—Chris Eudaily, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2026
At the Longwood Avenue hospital entrance, a throng awaited the president.
—Steven Levingston, Vanity Fair, 23 Feb. 2026
More than 90 volunteers slept on cots in a gym, where, under clotheslines heavy with green Alpini fleeces, perfectly made beds with Alpini hats on the pillows awaited the volunteers’ return.
—New York Times, 20 Feb. 2026
There are veterans like Delroy Lindo and Amy Madigan, who have long-awaited for recognitions throughout their careers.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 11 Feb. 2026
Under a decadent caviar beurre blanc, a bounty of scallops awaited.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Speaking on Sunday, Iranian judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei made comments suggesting harsh prison sentences awaited many.
—CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Speaking on Sunday, Iranian judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei suggested harsh prison sentences awaited many.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
The site has been dormant ever since, as the company awaited new ownership, a new name (Circulose), and a shift in leadership strategy to attract enough support to restart production.
—Bella Webb, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
The startup has emerged as one of the most valuable fintech companies, and investors have eagerly awaited a potential initial public offering.
—Chris Eudaily, CNBC, 24 Feb. 2026
At the Longwood Avenue hospital entrance, a throng awaited the president.
—Steven Levingston, Vanity Fair, 23 Feb. 2026
More than 90 volunteers slept on cots in a gym, where, under clotheslines heavy with green Alpini fleeces, perfectly made beds with Alpini hats on the pillows awaited the volunteers’ return.
—New York Times, 20 Feb. 2026
There are veterans like Delroy Lindo and Amy Madigan, who have long-awaited for recognitions throughout their careers.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 11 Feb. 2026
Under a decadent caviar beurre blanc, a bounty of scallops awaited.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Speaking on Sunday, Iranian judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei made comments suggesting harsh prison sentences awaited many.
—CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
Speaking on Sunday, Iranian judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei suggested harsh prison sentences awaited many.
—Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awaited
Adjective
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The offer values Enhabit at about 10 times its expected 2026 earnings, according to Oppenheimer analyst Michael Wiederhorn - a discount to peers Pennant Group, Addus HomeCare and Chemed, which trade at an average of about 13 times their earnings.—
Reuters
Wire Service,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Israel’s Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories said in a statement Sunday on X that about 320 patients and escorts have exited and around 320 Palestinians have entered — half the expected figure.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The mayor is expecting to distribute the payments before the end of March, assuming the ordinance passes both its first and final readings, with a final vote anticipated on March 10.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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And while some of their feedback may not be as glowing as anticipated, remember that this type of open communication will only strengthen your relationship.—
Ellen O’Brien,
SELF,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Gaither waited for hours in long lines as the situation grew more uncertain.—
Timia Cobb
Breaking News Reporter,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Mar. 2026
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Rodgers ultimately waited until June to join the Steelers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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With scheduled overtime, those firefighters can earn an additional $1,800 to $2,300 per month.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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An earlier version of the measure was approved by the Senate and goes to the House this week, with action expected before the scheduled end of the legislative session Thursday.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
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