On standby
adjective
Ready to act or be used if needed.
The hospital has doctors on standby in case of an emergency.
Often appears as...
- doctors on standby
- crew on standby
adjective
Not active, but ready to be active if necessary.
When you're not using your computer, it will go on standby to save power.
Often appears as...
- computer on standby
- system on standby
Usage tips
Technical
adjective
Ready to act or be used if needed.
The hospital has doctors on standby in case of an emergency.
Often appears as...
- doctors on standby
- crew on standby
adjective
Not active, but ready to be active if necessary.
When you're not using your computer, it will go on standby to save power.
Often appears as...
- computer on standby
- system on standby
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emergency Readiness
Used to describe people or things that can quickly respond in unexpected situations.
The fire department keeps a team on standby for rapid response.
Pro Tip 2/3Immediacy Required
Indicates a high level of urgency and the need for a quick reaction when summoned.
During the storm, utility crews were on standby to restore power.
Pro Tip 3/3Passive Alertness
Refers to a state of being alert without taking action until it becomes necessary.
The lifeguard is on standby, watching swimmers in case help is needed.
Pro Tip 1/3Emergency Readiness
Used to describe people or things that can quickly respond in unexpected situations.
The fire department keeps a team on standby for rapid response.
Pro Tip 2/3Immediacy Required
Indicates a high level of urgency and the need for a quick reaction when summoned.
During the storm, utility crews were on standby to restore power.
Pro Tip 3/3Passive Alertness
Refers to a state of being alert without taking action until it becomes necessary.
The lifeguard is on standby, watching swimmers in case help is needed.
Pro Tip 1/3Emergency Readiness
Used to describe people or things that can quickly respond in unexpected situations.
The fire department keeps a team on standby for rapid response.
Pro Tip 2/3Immediacy Required
Indicates a high level of urgency and the need for a quick reaction when summoned.
During the storm, utility crews were on standby to restore power.
Pro Tip 3/3Passive Alertness
Refers to a state of being alert without taking action until it becomes necessary.
The lifeguard is on standby, watching swimmers in case help is needed.
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