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standby

/ˈstændˌbaɪ/
Main Example

The emergency services are always on standby.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Noun (n.)

A state of being ready to act or respond when needed.

Other Example

The lifeguard is always on standby at the pool.

I keep my phone on standby in case of an emergency.

The technician is on standby to fix any issues.

Synonyms

on standby

standby mode

standby service

Synonyms

readiness

alertness

preparedness

standby

/ˈstændˌbaɪ/
Main Example

Please standby for further instructions.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

To be ready to act or respond when required.

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Synonyms

standby

/ˈstændˌbaɪ/
Main Example

The standby generator will kick in during a power outage.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adjective (adj.)

Ready for use or action when needed.

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Synonyms

standby

/ˈstændˌbaɪ/
Main Example

The team waited standby for the signal to start.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adverb (adv.)

In a state of readiness to act or respond.

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Synonyms

standby

/ˈstændˌbaɪ/
Main Example

Standby! I’ll be right back.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Interjection (int.)

A call for someone to wait or pause.

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