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waits

  • plural
    of wait.
    wait
    verb (used without object)
    to remain inactive or in a state of repose, as until something expected happens (often followed by for, till, oruntil ).
  • present tense form
    of wait (3rd person singular).
    wait
    verb (used without object)
    to remain inactive or in a state of repose, as until something expected happens (often followed by for, till, oruntil ).

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Now compare that to your hypothetical twin, who waits until 35 to start.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026

While the family waits for the results of a blood test, David’s life continues.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

Elianet Cabrera Ramirez, 21, waits for a collective taxi in Holguín, with her son, Alan Manuel, 2, and Marlon Antonio Jara, 23.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

Rajesh Singh, 43, who works at a finance company in Delhi, says he has experienced long waits to get his work done and even longer processes to solve complaints.

From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026

While the Bureau waits to hear back from the Supernatural World Congress for special permission to go after the Key Holder, Chief Crowe agreed with Magnus about questioning Moreau again.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston