be patient

Example Sentences

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"The Man City fans just need to be patient with Enzo Maresca," former striker Chris Sutton said on BBC Radio 5 Live.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

“I knew I needed to be patient, work on my game and eventually success would come my way and I’d have my opportunities and here’s my opportunity. I’m trying to prove that Saturday.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

However, Lee says, investors may need to be patient as the software play could take time to develop.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

"The doctor told us to be patient, there are many whose condition is worse than my sister-in-law’s," she said.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

I helped him as he stuttered through my report, trying hard to be patient, trying to take a little refuge in numbness.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover