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
Ruiz, the grandson of former Granada Hills Kennedy coach Manny Alvarado, had people telling him to be patient and be ready when an opportunity presented itself.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026
They believe one of the Dutch couple who contracted the virus and died are likely to be "patient zero".
From BBC • May 10, 2026
However, Lee says, investors may need to be patient as the software play could take time to develop.
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
“You have to be patient, Ifem. If you really get into it, it’s very interesting and you won’t want to stop reading.”
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
