be patient
Example Sentences
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The tame core readings offer central-bank officials time to be patient on whether rate increases are necessary to tame war-fueled inflation, economists say.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
As well as dealing with the overflowing in-tray of policy issues is the need to be patient facing.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
“Warsh is going to have to wait, be patient, and look for more signals,” she added.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
“Its really just a fire we have to be patient with,” Calvillo told KTTV.
From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026
“I am unaccustomed to this sort of thing. You must be patient with me.”
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
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