They were waiting for the bus when it started to rain.
They were waiting for the bus when it started to rain.
English
wait
weɪt
Meaning: to stay in one place until something happens; to delay action
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | wait |
| 3rd person singular present | waits |
| Present participle | waiting |
| Past | waited |
| Will future | will wait |
| Going-to future | going to wait |
| Imperative negative | don't wait / do not wait |
Example sentences
I waited for her outside.
I waited for her outside.
I am still waiting for the bus.
I am still waiting for the bus.
One patient entered, and the next waited by the door.
One patient entered, and the next waited by the door.
We waited until sunset to start the fire.
We waited until sunset to start the fire.
Usage Notes
Usually used with 'for' to indicate who or what you are expecting. It can be intransitive when the context is clear.
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