I waited patiently for my turn to speak.

Meaning: This means that I stayed in a place calmly without getting upset until it was my time to talk.

Choice of Words: Waited means to remain in a place or position until something happens. Patiently means in a calm and composed manner, without getting upset or frustrated. Turn refers to one's opportunity or chance to do something. Speak means to express oneself through spoken words. The sentence emphasizes the importance of being calm and composed while waiting for an opportunity.

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• She patiently waited for her turn to speak.
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• He patiently waited for his turn.
• He patiently waited for his turn to play the game.
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