continue waiting
[kənˈtɪn.juː ˈweɪ.tɪŋ]
verb phrase
continuar esperando
1. to keep waiting; to remain in a state of expectation without moving forward
We will continue waiting for the bus to arrive.
Vamos continuar esperando o ônibus chegar.
2. to persist in anticipation of something that has not yet occurred
The patient had to continue waiting for the doctor's appointment.
O paciente teve que continuar esperando pela consulta do médico.
3. to maintain patience during a prolonged period of delay
They decided to continue waiting rather than leave the queue.
Eles decidiram continuar esperando em vez de deixar a fila.
In Brazilian culture, 'continuar esperando' reflects a common social experience given the frequent delays in public services, transportation, and medical appointments. The phrase is often used philosophically to encourage patience and resilience. In American English, this phrase is more direct and pragmatic, often used in customer service contexts.
NYC Slang
keep it real and wait it out
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