Wait

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Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of wait

anticipate
expect
await

Antonyms of wait

proceed
advance
move

Collocations of wait

wait patiently
Frequency: 70 %

She waited patiently for her turn in line.

wait eagerly
Frequency: 60 %

He waited eagerly for the results of the competition.

wait in anticipation
Frequency: 50 %

The students waited in anticipation for the test results.

wait anxiously
Frequency: 45 %

The family waited anxiously for news of their missing pet.

wait with bated breath
Frequency: 35 %

The audience waited with bated breath for the final reveal.

Idiomatic Expressions for wait

  • Phrase: wait in the wings
    Meaning: to be ready and prepared to take action or assume a role when the time is right
    Usage: The new CEO is waiting in the wings, ready to take over the company.