stand by

Definition

To wait in expectation of some event; to be ready.

Example Sentences

• "Please stand by for more instructions."
• "It had been his intention to go to Wimbledon, but as he himself said: “Why be blooming well frizzled when you can hear all the results over the wireless.[…]You stand by, Janet, and wake me up if they do any of that running commentary stuff.”"
• "Even though money is scarce sometimes, Ann stands by her decision to be a full-time mother."