pending

Definition

  • preposition: while waiting for (something)
  • preposition: while awaiting
  • synonyms: at issue, awaiting, beetle

Examples

  • She received a four-year sentence and is currently out on bail 'pending' appeal.

  • the company's 'pending' [='impending'] move to a new location

  • There are lawsuits 'pending' against the company.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) but it'll take time. The photo, the gun, the clown, the ambulance. It's all pending. Breaking and entering we've got solid. Malicious mischief, vandalism, harassment. But that's all. Illegal surveillance. (..)
    1997 The Game