as in delay
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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
John Tufts, IndyStar, 7 Nov. 2025
Parolees, who previously would be eligible after a 5-year waiting period, are also no longer able to receive SNAP benefits.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Exceptions to the five-year waiting period include refugees, asylees, victims of trafficking, certain military families, children under 18, and individuals who meet disability or hardship criteria.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Years of waiting could soon be over for Windows users who’ve long envied Apple’s Magic Trackpad.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2025
Resolution aside, the months of waiting both took a toll and prompted questions for the women.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Requirements differ between states, with some requiring a one-week waiting period before someone qualifies for payments.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Vilgefortz, the wizard who emerged as The Witcher’s big villain-in-waiting last season, has other ideas.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
Tapachula returns to normalcy Migrants from Haiti, Cuba and Venezuela selling ice cream or waiting tables are still encountered around Tapachula.
—Daniel Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Michelle L. Price, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
Many of our favorite online brands aren’t waiting until Thanksgiving week to roll out their biggest savings — and that’s good news for anyone ready to shop early.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
After waiting more than a decade and a half, Lauper’s induction fell right into place.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 9 Nov. 2025
Lewis to Miler was the combo CU has been waiting for all year.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Some of those left have missed the window of opportunity to flee – Ukrainian authorities have said evacuations are currently impossible – but others might be waiting for the Russian troops to arrive.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
Everybody has been waiting for the cycle to change from growth to value.
—Blair Bao, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Biden had been relatively quiet since leaving the presidency, waiting several months into his rival’s second term to comment on the state of affairs in the country.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 8 Nov. 2025
Judge Christopher Tuite issued an arrest warrant Friday after waiting 30 minutes for Goudreau to show up for the third day of the bond hearing.
—Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
How to check airport TSA wait times There are several ways to check the real-time waiting period at security checkpoints and border crossings.
—John Tufts, IndyStar, 7 Nov. 2025
Parolees, who previously would be eligible after a 5-year waiting period, are also no longer able to receive SNAP benefits.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 5 Nov. 2025
Exceptions to the five-year waiting period include refugees, asylees, victims of trafficking, certain military families, children under 18, and individuals who meet disability or hardship criteria.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Years of waiting could soon be over for Windows users who’ve long envied Apple’s Magic Trackpad.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2025
Resolution aside, the months of waiting both took a toll and prompted questions for the women.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
Requirements differ between states, with some requiring a one-week waiting period before someone qualifies for payments.
—Medora Lee, USA Today, 31 Oct. 2025
Vilgefortz, the wizard who emerged as The Witcher’s big villain-in-waiting last season, has other ideas.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025
Tapachula returns to normalcy Migrants from Haiti, Cuba and Venezuela selling ice cream or waiting tables are still encountered around Tapachula.
—Daniel Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
People in some states have reported receiving their full benefits for November, while others could be waiting until at least next week.
—Michelle L. Price, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
Many of our favorite online brands aren’t waiting until Thanksgiving week to roll out their biggest savings — and that’s good news for anyone ready to shop early.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 9 Nov. 2025
After waiting more than a decade and a half, Lauper’s induction fell right into place.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 9 Nov. 2025
Lewis to Miler was the combo CU has been waiting for all year.
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
Some of those left have missed the window of opportunity to flee – Ukrainian authorities have said evacuations are currently impossible – but others might be waiting for the Russian troops to arrive.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
Everybody has been waiting for the cycle to change from growth to value.
—Blair Bao, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Biden had been relatively quiet since leaving the presidency, waiting several months into his rival’s second term to comment on the state of affairs in the country.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 8 Nov. 2025
Judge Christopher Tuite issued an arrest warrant Friday after waiting 30 minutes for Goudreau to show up for the third day of the bond hearing.
—Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for waiting
Noun
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From plane seatback organizers to carry-on cup holders, these accessories can save you from boarding delays and other headaches—starting at $9.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Hi Lab positions HyDee as a response to those challenges by eliminating charging delays associated with battery systems.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The town of Wellington is where many men who are unhoused in Fort Collins are staying their nights of late.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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For me, that translates to modernizing with intention and staying committed to a growth mindset by continuously learning, taking on new challenges, and surrounding myself with people who elevate my thinking.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The mind collapses into repetitive loops of thought and behavior, like procrastination or irritability, that may promise safety in the moment but over time drain creativity and the capacity to thrive.—
Jon Rosemberg,
Fortune,
9 Dec. 2025
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The time to shop the best Cyber Monday home deals is quickly dwindling, so consider this your procrastination wake-up call.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
1 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Weinstein, who is awaiting a new trial after his 2020 conviction was overturned, has been serving time at New York’s Rikers Island since April 2024.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
8 Jan. 2026
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Dugan was suspended by the Wisconsin Supreme Court in April, but continued to collect her roughly $175,000 annual salary while awaiting trial.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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So there's no hesitation in that regard.—
EW Staff,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Nov. 2025
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Tuesday's result capped a tumultuous final month that saw national Republican condemnation, Democratic hesitation and equivocation, and a barrage of attack ads.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Ultimately, however, the lingering impact of being dragged last summer is known only to the officer – who is said to be experienced, with more than 10 years of service as an ICE deportation officer, according to DHS.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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The lingering fear of Jerry's wrath?—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Food halls Food halls are our answer to group indecision.—
Eric Barton,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Jan. 2026
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Her character, Zosia, may have had to honor Carol Sturka’s (Rhea Seehorn) request for an atom bomb, but based on their parting glance, Wydra still senses some indecision from Carol about this manner of escalation.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Squeeze Burger announced Tuesday that its sole remaining brick-and-mortar in Roseville is set to close later this month, after its proposal for a new lease was reportedly denied.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Minimal leather totes hold far more than a lip gloss, think books, laptops, and an extra layer, while remaining polished and understated.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Waiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waiting. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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