waited (for)

past tense of wait (for)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waited (for)
Verb
  • He’s expected to begin his throwing program in the coming days.
    Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
  • High-grade lat strains are serious injuries and could lead to a longer recovery than expected.
    Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
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“Waited (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waited%20%28for%29. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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