wait for a nod

Frequency: 6.05.8 per million words

To wait for a signal of approval or permission.

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Examples (10)

  • The team had to wait for a nod from management before starting the new project.
  • She was patiently waiting for a nod from her supervisor to proceed with the proposal.
  • He's been waiting for a nod from the coach to get his chance on the field.
  • We can't move forward until we wait for a nod of approval from the committee.
  • They are currently waiting for a nod from the regulatory body to launch their product.
  • I'll just wait for a nod from you before I begin my presentation.
  • Having completed all preliminary work, they now simply wait for a nod to commence construction.
  • She knew she had to wait for a nod from her parents before making a big decision.
  • Everyone in the room seemed to be waiting for a nod from the chairman to express their opinions.
  • The junior employees always wait for a nod from their seniors before taking initiative.