Stand by

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Assistance Readiness

Use 'stand by' to show your readiness to help immediately if needed.

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If the situation escalates, I’ll stand by for your signal.

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On Alert

Conveys you are alert and waiting to act, similar to emergency services.

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Firefighters stand by, prepared for urgent calls.

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Support Signal

Implies a ready position until a signal or event triggers action.

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Stand by until we confirm the system is operational.

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