short wait

Frequency: 8.535.8 per million words

A period of waiting that does not last long.

waitADJECTIVE + wait

Categories:

short

Examples (10)

  • The doctor said there would be only a short wait.
  • We had a short wait before our flight boarded.
  • Despite the crowd, the wait for the roller coaster was surprisingly short.
  • After a short wait, the manager called my name.
  • There's usually a short wait at this restaurant during lunchtime.
  • Please bear with us; there might be a short wait.
  • The customer appreciated the short wait for service.
  • I don't mind a short wait if the food is good.
  • Expect a short wait if you arrive without a reservation.
  • Fortunately, it was only a short wait until the next bus arrived.