awaiting
Pronunciation: [əˈweɪtɪŋ]
Word
Context: “expectation”
(verb) to wait for something or someone to happen or arrive. If you are awaiting something, it means you are sitting and waiting because you are looking forward to it.
Example
I am awaiting my birthday party with excitement.
Example
I wasn't awaiting the boring meeting; I would rather do something fun.
Example
What are you awaiting right now?
Context: “preparation”
(verb) to be in a state of preparation for something that will happen soon. It means getting ready because you know something is coming.
Example
The team is awaiting the results of the game.
Example
They aren't awaiting any more news since everything has been decided.
Example
What are we awaiting before we can start the project?
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