waiting

Example Sentences

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Given the yearslong waiting times to be connected in states like Texas and Pennsylvania, these kinds of systems have become increasingly popular at data centers.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Princess Mette-Marit, 52, is suffering from pulmonary fibrosis, and her doctors last week placed her on a waiting list for a lung transplant, saying her condition had declined significantly in recent months.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Afterwards, I sat in the waiting area and enjoyed a cold turmeric citrus juice.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“They’ve been waiting as long as I am old. So yeah, I think everybody’s ready.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Downstairs, Jonah’s waiting for us on the couch.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam