WAVE (ASIDE OR OFF) Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

wave (aside or off)

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Definition of wave (aside or off)

as in to waive

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waive

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That means if, for whatever reason, things don't work out, the Blackhawks can deal him without having to go through the headache of him waiving his no-move clause or giving the thumbs-up to any trades.

— Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 July 2026
Although the criminal immunity of certain staff had been waived, the waiver did not expressly extend to their dependents, leaving Sacoolas protected.

— Will Carless, USA Today, 19 July 2026

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