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to wait for sb/sth
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to remain in a state of expectation or anticipation for something or someone
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Example
We need to take action, not just sit back and wait for things to change.
He typed a quick email response on his smartphone while waiting for the train.
While waiting for important news, the hours seemed to fly.
She was anxious about the health of her loved one, waiting for test results to come back.
As she waited for her appointment, she absentmindedly fiddled with the zipper on her jacket.
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