- present participle of await.
awaiting
Example Sentences
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The sheriff, now awaiting the delivery of two new squad cars that will be paid for with DHS funds, couldn’t be happier.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
But others said they were concerned about a lack of support awaiting them on the outside, while one man told the BBC he did not know he was being released until Thursday morning.
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
The settlement was reached by the parties on September 21 and was awaiting the judge's approval.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026
Iza is awaiting sentencing in the Central District of California on charges of conspiracy against rights, wire fraud and tax evasion.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026
In fact, nationwide, most women on death row are awaiting execution for a family crime involving an allegation of child abuse or domestic violence involving a male partner.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
