The boy waited patiently.

Meaning: The boy stayed calm and still while he was waiting.

Choice of Words: Waited is the past tense of wait, which means to stay in one place until something happens. Patiently means to wait without getting upset or angry.

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Related Expressions

• She patiently waited in line for her turn.
• The cat patiently waited for the mouse to appear.
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• The man patiently waited for the bus.
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• The girl patiently waited for the bus to arrive.