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
Meanwhile, William increasingly embraces the role that awaits him, defining himself through initiatives such as the Earthshot Prize.
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Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
While Combs awaits release, his attorneys continue to fight the slew of civil lawsuits against him.
—Julie Sone, ABC News, 9 June 2026
The anticipated data was released as the company awaits a decision from Medicare on coverage for type 2 non-insulin users.
—Mario Aguilar, STAT, 9 June 2026
Pro will launch to a waitlist as EDGE awaits regulatory approvals from the National Futures Association.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 8 June 2026
The Garden of Nightmares awaits a team that couldn’t string together wins in front of its own home crowd.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 6 June 2026
Here are the things to know as the country awaits California's final primary results.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 5 June 2026
Courtney Clenney’s defense team has inspected the knives at the center of her murder case as the former OnlyFans model awaits trial in the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend, Christian Obumseli.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
This is an early indication of the hectic schedule that awaits them.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026
While Combs awaits release, his attorneys continue to fight the slew of civil lawsuits against him.
—Julie Sone, ABC News, 9 June 2026
The anticipated data was released as the company awaits a decision from Medicare on coverage for type 2 non-insulin users.
—Mario Aguilar, STAT, 9 June 2026
Pro will launch to a waitlist as EDGE awaits regulatory approvals from the National Futures Association.
—Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 8 June 2026
The Garden of Nightmares awaits a team that couldn’t string together wins in front of its own home crowd.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 6 June 2026
Here are the things to know as the country awaits California's final primary results.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 5 June 2026
Courtney Clenney’s defense team has inspected the knives at the center of her murder case as the former OnlyFans model awaits trial in the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend, Christian Obumseli.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 3 June 2026
This is an early indication of the hectic schedule that awaits them.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awaits
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With opponents as varied as Morocco, Haiti and Scotland to face in the group stage alone, Clement expects this World Cup to throw up different challenges from a coaching and tactical perspective.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
14 June 2026
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration expects this season to be below normal with the official forecast released in late May calling for 8-14 named storms, of which 3-6 would become hurricanes.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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Regarding FedEx's distribution center, customers may experience a slight delay with mail and packages at the facility due to the fire disruption, as the company waits for local firefighters to ensure the area is safe, according to a statement from FedEx.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
12 June 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.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
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The way in which Labbé explores the overlap of sports and national identities is not the only way in which The Murmuration anticipates the next few decades’ worth of history.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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With thousands of visitors expected to travel to the region, Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay anticipates an increase in recreational boat traffic and is already stepping up patrols on the river.—
Madeleine Wright,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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“Awaits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awaits. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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