waiting

Example Sentences

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"As the moving van was pulling into the road, we were told by a friend to cancel immediately because two other groups were already waiting," Warr said.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

“It’s been incredible, experiencing all of that and understanding how long people have been waiting for something like this.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“A lot of people who have been waiting for this moment for a very long time unfortunately aren’t able to get into the building,” Hart said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Dozens of police and security guards milled about as parents stood beside the line of students waiting to enter the exam hall, hoping to film their children walking inside.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

“You know, I’ve been waiting two days for you to ask me my name.”

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman