standing by

Example Sentences

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So if Argentina looks poised for victory in a knockout round, Sagan and his team will be standing by with flights to the next game before the final whistle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“I wish I could do the whole thing,” said Joe Hernandez of Pasadena, wistfully standing by.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

In this case, however, you do not need to make a grand declaration with Pinkerton guards standing by.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

When he tried to become an MP a few months back, he was barred from standing by the party.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

He’s standing by the tool bench but not working on nothing.

From "The Young Man and the Sea" by Rodman Philbrick