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Synonyms & Similar Words
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expect
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Meaning of Await
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "await" means to wait for something to happen or for someone to arrive, typically with a sense of expectation or anticipation.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "await" as to wait for something or someone, or to be in a state of expectation.
Example Uses
- The crowd awaited the arrival of the famous musician with great excitement.
- She awaited the results of the exam with bated breath.
- The team awaited the coach's instructions before starting the game.
- The tourists awaited the sunrise at the top of the mountain.
- The company awaited the response from the potential investor.