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VocabJLPT N2

standing by

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. standing by
2. awaiting an opportunity
3. quarantine

This noun refers to the act of standing by or waiting on standby, ready to act when needed. It is used in contexts like emergency services, military situations, or even everyday settings like waiting for a task to begin.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

How long do we have to wait here?

Sentence 2

No word yet, so I'll stay nearby on standby just in case.

Sentence 3

I have the person in charge on standby so they can move immediately if anything comes up.

Sentence 4

Let's hold off for now and see how things develop before deciding.

Sentence 5

"Wait here for me." "Sure — will you be right back?"