Synonyms of hold one's breath

hold one's breath

phrase

as in wait

to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something

The audience was holding their breath for the movie's final action scene.

Don't hold your breath waiting for that swindler to return your money.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wait
• stay
• hold on
• bide one's time
• sit tight
• cool one's heels
• await
• remain
• linger
• hang around
• stick around
• bide
• stand by
• watch (for)
• expect
• anticipate
• tarry