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bide one's time
Verb
idiomatic
intransitive
Japanese Meaning
適切な機会を見計らって待つ / 好機を狙って時を待つ / 最適なタイミングが訪れるのを待つ / 状況が整うまで忍耐強く待つ
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(intransitive, idiomatic) To wait, especially for a suitable opportunity.
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bide one's time
She advised, 'bide one's time,' and only act when the opportunity is right.
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She advised, 'bide one's time,' and only act when the opportunity is right.
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