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Wait Definition & Meaning

1. To stay in one place or remain inactive until something expected happens.

Example: I will wait for you at the train station until your train arrives.

2. To delay taking action or making a decision.

Example: We cannot wait any longer to address this issue.

3. To serve customers or attend to their needs.

Example: The waiter took our order and brought us our food.

4. To be in a state of expectation or anticipation.

Example: I can't wait to see my family again after being away for so long.

5. To be ready to act or respond.

Example: The soldiers were waiting for the command to attack.

Examples of the word wait used in sentences.

  • Wait! I have something important to tell you before you leave.
  • I have to wait until tomorrow to receive my salary.
  • Can you wait a little longer before choosing your meal, please?
  • Don't worry, we won't have to wait much longer for the movie to start!
  • Please wait for me at the entrance of the train station.
  • We'll have to wait and see if the weather clears up for our trip to the beach.
  • Please wait for the green light before crossing the street.
  • I can't wait to try the new restaurant in town.
  • Can you wait for me? I'll be right back.
  • I hate waiting in line at the grocery store.
  • I can't wait to try the new restaurant downtown - I've heard it's amazing!
  • Can you please wait for me after class so we can discuss the project further?
  • We'll have to wait and see if the weather clears up before we go for a hike.
  • I'm sorry, but I can't wait any longer for your decision - I need to start making plans.
  • I'm sorry, but you'll have to wait for a few minutes until the doctor is available.
  • Let's not wait until the last minute to start preparing for the presentation.
  • I'm afraid we'll have to wait a little longer for the decision to be made.
  • I can't wait to see what the future holds for our company!
  • Waiting in long lines at the amusement park can be a real test of patience.
  • Could you wait for just a moment while I check if I left my keys in the car?
  • It's always important to wait for a green light before crossing the busy intersection to avoid any potential accidents.
  • Despite the long wait at the airport, I was relieved to see my loved ones waiting for me at the gate.
  • Even though the restaurant was crowded and there was a long wait for a table, the food was worth it in the end.
  • As a frequent traveler, I've learned to pack a book or two to help pass the time during long waits at the train station.
  • The suspenseful wait for the results of my exam was met with an overwhelming sense of relief when I found out I passed.
  • As a surgeon, I cannot afford to wait when it comes to performing life-saving surgery.
  • Despite the long wait for our table, the delicious meal was well worth it.
  • After years of waiting, they finally received the good news that they had been approved to adopt a child.
  • "Wait!" I exclaimed as I realized I had forgotten my phone in the taxi.
  • I am eagerly looking forward to my upcoming trip to Europe, but in the meantime, I must wait patiently for my passport to arrive.
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