waiting list
noun
a list of persons waiting, as for reservations, appointments, living accommodations, or admission to a school.
waiting lists
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pluralof waiting list.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Older homeowners who might consider moving to continuing care retirement communities on the high end or subsidized senior housing for those with low incomes can face waiting lists as long as 10 years.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 1, 2026
In New York, the beige book survey reported, the supply of affordable housing is critically below demand, with multiyear waiting lists and stalled projects.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 15, 2026
Fertility treatment, or IVF, using a sperm donor is possible for some women on the NHS but there are limited rounds, lengthy waiting lists and a shortage of donors.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
Public services have yet to noticeably improve, with seven million people on waiting lists for routine healthcare.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
The more desirable prisons have seniority-based waiting lists of up to several years.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
