WAIT (FOR) Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

wait (for)

verb

Definition of wait (for)

as in to hope (for)

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expect

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Its general path is expected to be west or northwest toward the central Atlantic.

— Robin Webb, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
The Titans, coached by former 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, are expected to play their would-be first-stringers.

— Cam Inman, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026

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wait (for)

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