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waiting

Pronunciation: [/ˈweɪtɪŋ/]

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waiting: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use waiting in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “general”

(verb) when you stay in one place or remain in a state of anticipation for something to happen

Example

She was waiting for her friend to arrive at the restaurant.

Example

He didn't like waiting in line at the store.

Example

Are you waiting for the bus?

Context: “general”

(noun) the act of staying in one place or remaining in a state of anticipation

Example

The waiting in the doctor's office can be boring.

Example

I don't like the waiting involved in making decisions.

Example

How long was the waiting at the airport?

How to pronounce waiting

Pronunciation: [/ˈweɪtɪŋ/]

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