waiting list

Example Sentences

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It estimates that 578,804 individuals - around one in 10 of Scotland's population - were on at least one new outpatient, inpatient or day‑case waiting list as of 28 February.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

The waiting list for Masters tickets has been closed for decades and patron badges are passed down through families like heirlooms.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Suddenly, there was a waiting list to buy them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Drivers have been limited to purchasing a maximum of 20 litres at petrol pumps, for which they must join a waiting list via a state-run app.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

I did, but I was put on a long waiting list and never received a call.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana