The cat sat patiently by the windowsill.
Meaning: This means to occupy a position by the windowsill in a calm and composed manner.
Choice of Words: Sat means to rest on one's haunches or to occupy a seat. Patiently means in a calm and composed manner. Windowsill refers to the horizontal ledge at the bottom of a window. Cat is a common household pet. When you put them together, the sentence describes a cat sitting patiently by the windowsill.
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