1
as in anticipating
to believe in the future occurrence of (something)
members of the sect are confidently awaiting the imminent end of the world
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as in waiting
to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something
crowds had been awaiting in the streets for hours
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Recent Examples of awaiting
Shein is eyeing an initial public offering in London, but is still awaiting regulatory approval after filing a preliminary prospectus in November 2023.
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Jennifer Weil, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
For all Eggers’s dramatization of unreason, his images sit heavily onscreen awaiting something more significant than mere admiration—interpretation.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
Both projects are awaiting final federal regulations, which are delayed due to unresolved administrative and legislative issues.
—Dario Sabaghi, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In 2025 While these five eye-catching new cruise ships have dominated headlines, there are several other intriguing vessels awaiting launch.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Officer Erika Ramirez, a police spokesperson, told ABC News the investigation was ongoing Sunday and that police are awaiting the results of an autopsy by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 22 Dec. 2024
Stranger Things fans have been eagerly awaiting the final season since the release of season four in May 2022.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Here are the firsts awaiting Disney film fans aboard the Treasure.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
As of November 2021, more than a thousand kids were still awaiting reunification, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center.
—Raphael Romero Ruiz, The Arizona Republic, 21 Dec. 2024
Jennifer Weil, WWD, 23 Dec. 2024
For all Eggers’s dramatization of unreason, his images sit heavily onscreen awaiting something more significant than mere admiration—interpretation.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
Both projects are awaiting final federal regulations, which are delayed due to unresolved administrative and legislative issues.
—Dario Sabaghi, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In 2025 While these five eye-catching new cruise ships have dominated headlines, there are several other intriguing vessels awaiting launch.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Officer Erika Ramirez, a police spokesperson, told ABC News the investigation was ongoing Sunday and that police are awaiting the results of an autopsy by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 22 Dec. 2024
Stranger Things fans have been eagerly awaiting the final season since the release of season four in May 2022.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Here are the firsts awaiting Disney film fans aboard the Treasure.
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
As of November 2021, more than a thousand kids were still awaiting reunification, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center.
—Raphael Romero Ruiz, The Arizona Republic, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for awaiting
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Stay ahead by anticipating the skills your organization will need and aligning hiring practices accordingly.—
Mo Hamzian,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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But, as of now, Guerin’s anticipating re-signing Rossi — not trading him — whether to a bridge deal or a long-term deal.—
Michael Russo,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
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Chandler had been waiting to fight McGregor for two years and decided to go elsewhere for UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in New York.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
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To help with the high intake levels, the AHS is urging the community to adopt from local shelters instead of purchasing a pet from a breeder or a pet store as shelters are full of pets waiting for a second chance.—
Karen Bartunek,
The Arizona Republic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Nelly and Ashanti—who are rumored to be expecting their second child—will be bringing their growing family to TV screens soon.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
8 Jan. 2025
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Americans are not expecting political peace.—
Laura Washington,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Awaiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awaiting. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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