bated

Finally, with the reservoir filled with water, I plugged in the pump and stood over my creation with bated breath.

This isn’t just the story of a young woman doing the seemingly impossible — it’s a mass media story taking place in a newly globalized world that’s collectively listening with bated breath.

And then, fans waited with bated breath anticipating the next move. Those on social media felt Lamar wasn't up for the fight, given he had yet to respond.

And this region, and many capitals beyond, are watching and waiting with bated breath to see what Iran does next.

When the news broke about Navalny's death, everyone waited with bated breath to see what Trump would say about it.