waiting to

Example Sentences

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He is waiting to catch a clear liquid trickling from a spout near the bottom.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

“With shipping traffic steadily improving through the Strait, traders are increasingly focused on a growing queue of cargoes waiting to move,” he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

And to the east, I see a thousand plebes waiting to attack.

From Slate • Jun. 24, 2026

In August 2025, Pam applied for restorative measures, and is still waiting to hear whether her application has been accepted.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

I know she’s just waiting to ambush me again.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold