Wait up

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phrasal verb

To not go to bed until someone returns or finishes something.

I will wait up for you, so don't worry about coming home late.
Visual representation of "wait up" - To not go to bed until someone returns or finishes something

Often appears as...

  • wait up for me
  • wait up until

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Colloquial

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Nightly Wait

Used when someone delays going to sleep to see or support another person.

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Mom promised to wait up until I finished studying for my exam.
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Caring Gesture

Implies concern for someone's well-being, showing you'll stay awake for them.

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Don't rush. I'll wait up for you, drive safely.
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Sincere Assurance

Offers comfort, suggesting that someone will not be alone upon return.

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After her long trip, her husband said he'd wait up.
Visual representation of the word "Wait up"

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