100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "wait"

Definition

The verb wait means to remain in a place or state of readiness until something happens or until a particular time arrives. It often implies a sense of patience or expectation.

Synonyms

• Linger
• Bide
• Pause
• Delay
• Stay
• Tarry
• Hang around
• Remain

Antonyms

• Rush
• Hasten
• Depart
• Leave
• Advance
• Move on

Examples

1. I will wait for you at the coffee shop.
2. Please wait until the meeting starts before asking questions.
3. They had to wait for the bus in the pouring rain.
4. She decided to wait until the rain stopped before leaving.
5. We can’t wait any longer; we need to take action now.
6. I always wait for my parents to call me back.
7. He told me to wait a moment while he finished his work.
8. The children had to wait for their turn on the swings.
9. I can't wait to see the new movie that comes out this weekend.
10. She had to wait for the signal before crossing the street.
11. They will wait for the results of the exam.
12. You should wait until the doctor arrives to ask questions.
13. I had to wait in line for over an hour.
14. Let's wait and see what the weather forecast says.
15. I will wait for you to finish your project before I start mine.
16. He decided to wait until the last minute to submit his application.
17. Please don't make me wait too long; I'm getting anxious.
18. They had to wait for the technician to fix the internet.
19. I prefer to wait for the right opportunity instead of rushing.
20. You can wait here while I grab some lunch.
21. I had to wait for the train to arrive at the station.
22. We should wait until everyone is present before starting.
23. I can't wait to hear about your vacation!
24. He tends to wait too long before making decisions.
25. She will wait for her friend before entering the theater.
26. Don't wait for the perfect moment; create it!
27. I will wait outside the store for you to finish shopping.
28. They had to wait for the doctor to come in.
29. You must wait your turn to speak in class.
30. I can't wait to try that new restaurant downtown.
31. We will wait until the storm passes before heading out.
32. He often waits for inspiration before starting his work.
33. Please wait here; I will be back shortly.
34. They decided to wait until after the holidays to travel.
35. I will wait for you at the designated meeting point.
36. She couldn’t wait to share the exciting news.
37. He asked me to wait while he finished his call.
38. You should wait for the signal before crossing the street.
39. I can’t wait to meet my new colleagues.
40. We had to wait for the elevator to arrive.
41. They will wait for the sun to set before starting the ceremony.
42. I urged them to wait until the plan was finalized.
43. She decided to wait until she was sure of her decision.
44. I can't wait any longer; it's time to go!
45. Please wait for me; I need to grab my jacket.
46. He likes to wait and observe before joining a conversation.
47. We had to wait for our luggage at the airport.
48. I will wait for the meeting to adjourn before speaking up.
49. Don't wait too long to book your tickets.
50. They decided to wait for the right moment to propose.
51. I always wait for the bus at the same stop.
52. She will wait for her friends to arrive before starting.
53. He told her to wait until he finishes his work.
54. I can’t wait to see what happens next in the story!
55. Please wait a moment while I check that for you.
56. They need to wait for the approval before proceeding.
57. I had to wait for the rain to stop before I could go outside.
58. We will wait for the next train to arrive.
59. He asked me to wait until he sorts everything out.
60. You must wait until the class is over to leave.
61. I will wait for you to finish before I give my opinion.
62. She decided to wait for the right time to reveal her secret.
63. I can’t wait to go on vacation next month!
64. They had to wait for the light to change before crossing.
65. You should wait for a better offer before accepting.
66. I will wait here until you get back.
67. She had to wait for her appointment to be called.
68. Don't wait until it's too late to apologize.
69. We should wait for confirmation before making plans.
70. He can wait a bit longer; it's not urgent.
71. I can't wait to get my new phone!
72. Please wait for the announcement to begin.
73. They decided to wait to see if any other offers came in.
74. I will wait for you to finish before we leave.
75. She always waits for the right moment to speak.
76. It’s best to wait until you are more prepared.
77. We had to wait for our food to arrive at the restaurant.
78. I will wait in the car until you're ready.
79. Don't wait for someone else to take the lead.
80. He asked me to wait while he found his keys.
81. I can't wait to see the concert next week!
82. We must wait for the results to come in before celebrating.
83. She will wait for her family to join her at the park.
84. I had to wait for the rain to stop before leaving the house.
85. They decided to wait until they had more information.
86. Please wait until the movie is over before leaving the theater.
87. I will wait here until you return.
88. She had to wait for the doctor to see her.
89. Don't wait for someone else to make the first move.
90. We will wait for the tide to come in before swimming.
91. I can't wait to start my new job next week!
92. They will wait for the right time to invest.
93. I had to wait for the weather to improve before hiking.
94. Please wait for the signal before going.
95. She decided to wait for her birthday to reveal her surprise.
96. I will wait for your call.
97. Don't wait until the last minute to study.
98. He tends to wait patiently for his turn.
99. We should wait until we have all the facts before deciding.
100. I can't wait to celebrate the holidays with my family!