bide
verb (used with object)
to endure; bear.
will bide
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future tenseof bide.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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Friends say he will bide his time and see whether the political climate and party change.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 12, 2018
It’s likely the Sunrise partners will bide their time before committing billions of dollars to develop such a large project.
From Reuters ● Mar. 7, 2018
Until another NHL franchise becomes available in a situation he finds attractive, Levin will bide his time hoping for expansion.
From Chicago Tribune ● Dec. 25, 2012
Tebow said Thursday that while he’s honored his fans are cheering for him to take over as the Denver Broncos’ quarterback, he trusts his coach and will bide his time without complaint.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 15, 2011
“You will bide here until we are ready to march. Then you shall have the chance to prove your loyalty.”
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
