be patient
Example Sentences
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The tame core readings offer central-bank officials time to be patient on whether rate increases are necessary to tame war-fueled inflation, economists say.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Ruiz, the grandson of former Granada Hills Kennedy coach Manny Alvarado, had people telling him to be patient and be ready when an opportunity presented itself.
From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 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
“Poor little thing! It was hard upon her when she tried so heartily to please me. She was wrong, of course, but then she was young. I must be patient and teach her.”
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
