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awaiting

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //əˈweɪtɪŋ// UK //ɐwˈeɪtɪŋ// await·ing

v. to wait for something that you expect to happen soon. It is a more formal way to say you are waiting for a specific thing, like a letter or a decision.

v. to wait for or expect something. Transitive — always takes a direct object and does not require a preposition.


SIMPLE

We are awaiting your reply.

CONTEXTUAL

The legal team is currently awaiting the judge's final decision before filing any further paperwork.

COMPLEX

The passengers sat in the terminal, awaiting further instructions as the storm clouds gathered over the runway and delayed all departing flights.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and takes a direct object. Unlike 'wait', it cannot be used without an object.

Pitfall

awaiting for the resultsawaiting the resultsLearners often confuse 'awaiting' with 'waiting for'. 'Await' is transitive and must not be followed by a preposition.

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