1
as in expects
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 waits
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 awaits
Set the scene Arrive by car and enter the hotel’s main driveway to then be greeted by the resort’s grand Florentine Fountain with four sculpted water nymphs dancing around an octagonal pool, a visual amuse bouche to the opulence that awaits.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Now, something similar assuredly awaits for a team that has gone three seasons with a single playoff win — not playoff-series win, but playoff-game win (against the Celtics, in 2024).
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
Garcia was sentenced Wednesday morning, while Alvarado awaits sentencing next month.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
With Salah and Andy Robertson leaving as free agents, another huge summer at Anfield awaits.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
The deal awaits a shareholder vote later this month and government regulatory approval.
—Jake Coyle, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
Even more fun awaits outdoors on the large porch equipped with a hot tub, loungers, and a grill for all the outdoor barbecue opportunities that summer has in store.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
As Abel awaits his next court date, friends and family are mourning Bullis’ tragic loss.
—Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The deal awaits a shareholder vote later this month and government regulatory approval.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Now, something similar assuredly awaits for a team that has gone three seasons with a single playoff win — not playoff-series win, but playoff-game win (against the Celtics, in 2024).
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
Garcia was sentenced Wednesday morning, while Alvarado awaits sentencing next month.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
With Salah and Andy Robertson leaving as free agents, another huge summer at Anfield awaits.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 15 Apr. 2026
The deal awaits a shareholder vote later this month and government regulatory approval.
—Jake Coyle, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
Even more fun awaits outdoors on the large porch equipped with a hot tub, loungers, and a grill for all the outdoor barbecue opportunities that summer has in store.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
As Abel awaits his next court date, friends and family are mourning Bullis’ tragic loss.
—Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The deal awaits a shareholder vote later this month and government regulatory approval.
—ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awaits
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No one expects the Suns to beat the Thunder.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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Soon, Allred expects to hear for certain if Cleveland is going to be closed.—
Cory Turner,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2026
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2026
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It is considered more likely that Moreno waits until after a new collective bargaining agreement is reached next year to determine whether to sell.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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Glamorama anticipates a future in which fame becomes a spectacle economy, where visibility is both currency and trap.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Apr. 2026
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The coalition anticipates that the matter will be placed on the November ballot.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
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