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How to pronounce “standby

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Pronunciation guide for standby

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of standby with real speech in context.
Available examples
8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
Erika Cheung: Theranos, whistleblowing and speaking truth to powerand there are five people on standby that are taking this tiny blood sample
Definition summary
A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).

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How to pronounce standby

Erika Cheung: Theranos, whistleblowing and speaking truth to power

and there are five people on standby that are taking this tiny blood sample

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “standby

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).
  • A replacement kept on standby.
  • (electronics) Sleep mode.
  • (travel) Waiting at the airport in the hope of getting a seat on a flight that is already booked out.
  • Something that is standard, well-tested, or frequently used.
  • [Verb]
  • (proscribed, nonstandard, operations) To wait briefly, as for additional communication by radio or telephone; alternative form of stand by.
  • [Adjective]
  • standby

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