waiting

/wˈe‍ɪtɪŋ/

/ˈweɪtɪŋ/

[noun] [adjective]

Waiting

[NOUN]

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

synonyms : wait

waiting

[ADJECTIVE]

being and remaining ready and available for use

synonyms : ready and waiting(p)

Examples

1. He forgot his boarding pass in the waiting area and had to rush back to get it.

2. The table in the waiting room had magazines for visitors to read.

3. When faced with a difficult situation, I try to remember that patience is a virtue and that taking a step back and waiting can often lead to better outcomes.

4. Waiting is full of expectation.

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