Synonyms of cool one's heels

cool one's heels

phrase

as in wait

to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something

They cooled their heels at the table for almost half an hour before the waiter appeared.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wait
• stay
• hold on
• hold one's breath
• sit tight
• bide one's time
• await
• remain
• linger
• stick around
• hang around
• bide
• stand by
• watch (for)
• expect
• tarry
• anticipate