as in staying
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
please wait here, and we'll seat you shortly
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Recent Examples of waiting
La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Armando, who was deemed healthy after receiving a treatment for an ear infection, is now one of the dogs waiting for his forever home at the shelter's Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
To help with the high intake levels, the AHS is urging the community to adopt from local shelters instead of purchasing a pet from a breeder or a pet store as shelters are full of pets waiting for a second chance.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Chandler had been waiting to fight McGregor for two years and decided to go elsewhere for UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in New York.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Are these considerations of potential compatibility problems while waiting for developers to move from x86 to ARM worth it?
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Will was waiting for her, ring box in hand.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
In Tucson, that could include the water now perched under an old landfill, waiting to be cleaned.
—Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
Whether standing in line, waiting for a friend, or even in the middle of a conversation, the temptation to check your device is overwhelming.
—Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
Some chatted among themselves, waiting to understand the meaning behind the invitation Saffold passed out to a select few students only weeks before.
—La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Armando, who was deemed healthy after receiving a treatment for an ear infection, is now one of the dogs waiting for his forever home at the shelter's Rob & Melani Walton Papago Park Campus.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
To help with the high intake levels, the AHS is urging the community to adopt from local shelters instead of purchasing a pet from a breeder or a pet store as shelters are full of pets waiting for a second chance.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
Chandler had been waiting to fight McGregor for two years and decided to go elsewhere for UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in New York.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Are these considerations of potential compatibility problems while waiting for developers to move from x86 to ARM worth it?
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Will was waiting for her, ring box in hand.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
In Tucson, that could include the water now perched under an old landfill, waiting to be cleaned.
—Brandon Loomis, The Arizona Republic, 23 Dec. 2024
Whether standing in line, waiting for a friend, or even in the middle of a conversation, the temptation to check your device is overwhelming.
—Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waiting
Verb
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From crafting product descriptions that resonate with buyers to staying ahead of competitors, AI tools can enable sellers to work smarter, not harder.—
Mina Elias,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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The growth of the resort's offerings can be attributed to our commitment to staying ahead of the trends, our guests' increasing interest in unique and premium experiences, and our ability to collaborate with exceptional brands like Krug that align with our standards.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
Noun
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She's had months to do ANYTHING real and all she's done is delay and cover for elite p*dos.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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After several delays and the project going on pause during the COVID-19 pandemic, the mural got underway and now her dream has come true.—
Meredith G. White,
AZCentral.com,
12 July 2025
Verb
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Sills said pathologists determined the couple drowned but are awaiting a toxicology report before releasing their findings.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA TODAY,
10 Mar. 2025
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Jordan and Washington are still awaiting sentencing for the murder of Jam Master Jay.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Magical door wash to welcome in the new To create your magic door wash, start with a glass mason jar and cleanse the space above it by ringing a bell in a clockwise motion to clear any lingering energy.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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From casting backlash and political dustups to a lingering conversation of how to portray the tale's dwarfs in 2025, here's a timeline detailing the Snow White live-action remake's controversies.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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On the other hand, hesitation or half-measures will send a clear signal to founders and investors that Israel is content to watch from the sidelines.—
Tomer Niv,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Despite starting from a neutral position roughly three yards off his line, John shows no hesitation in extending himself nearly 10 yards to reach the edge of his penalty spot and claim the ball with authority.—
Matt Pyzdrowski,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
Verb
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In January, Forbes named legendary television producer Dick Wolf a billionaire, as his Law & Order, Chicago and FBI shows serve as some of the last remaining pillars holding up the broadcast TV schedule.—
Matt Craig,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Twelve of the 14 playoff spots are decided, and the Broncos and Buccaneers can clinch the two remaining spots with wins.—
Josh Kendall,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
Noun
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However, delay or indecision risks ceding ground to rivals and forfeiting a valuable strategic edge.—
Roomy Khan,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Even though bombshell Pepe and Hannah have had a couple of steamy moments, Hannah and Charlie connected on a deeper level after days of indecision.—
Taryn Finley,
Refinery29,
17 June 2025
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“Waiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waiting. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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