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waiting game



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The hype around quantum computing continues to build, but for many players, it’s still a high-stakes waiting game.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

"It's a waiting game and there's not really much we can do about it," she added.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

“There is more of a waiting game that occurs for the best value and best promotion.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

For now, Guittard says he will have to play the waiting game and see how it unfolds.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2025

Then I relaxed a bit; work had to be done and I would play the waiting game.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison



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