Ready And Waiting (Adjective)
Meaning
Being and remaining ready and available for use; "waiting cars and limousines lined the curb"; "found her mother waiting for them"; "an impressive array of food ready and waiting for the guests"; "military forces ready and waiting".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The fire brigade had teams of paramedics ready and waiting to assist with the rescue efforts.
- The open house visitors were greeted by polite staff ready and waiting to provide information and answer questions.
- A personal assistant stood discreetly nearby, pen and paper ready and waiting to jot down notes as requested.
- Emergency responders and fully equipped ambulances sat ready and waiting on standby throughout the event.
- Air taxis stood ready and waiting at the heliport for passengers at any hour of the day or night.