Phrase guide

can wait

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

A response to can't wait that negates the phrase.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal, no-past-participle, no-present-participle, sarcastic

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

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verb

Meaning 2

Used to dismiss a concern considered urgent by another party.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: no-past-participle, no-present-participle

Examples

  • Could you move, please? I need to get by! I'm not done yet. You can wait.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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