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awaited

  • past participle of await.
  • past tense form of await.

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Phillips was placed back on dialysis as she awaited a transplant.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

Both awaited cars to take them to Connecticut.

From Slate Jul. 7, 2026

Both groups awaited a council vote on a question that has convulsed this seaside city.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 7, 2026

Near a white tent, about a hundred empty urns awaited ashes of the dead after cremation.

From Barron's Jun. 29, 2026

Through the afternoon and into the evening, Dr. Mudd awaited the arrival of the manhunters.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson