The word “wait” in literature takes on a myriad of nuances, ranging from active anticipation to passive patience. At times, it suggests a physical act of lingering with purpose—as in the military ambush described in [1]—or an artful pause before decisive action, such as the reflective restraint in [2] and [3]. In other contexts, “wait” becomes a conversational interjection, used to command attention or signal a shift in narrative pace (see [4], [5], and [6]). It also carries emotional weight, signifying both the burden of duty, as in [7] and [8], and the bittersweet waiting intertwined with hope and sorrow, exemplified by [9] and [10]. Thus, across genres and eras—from Horace’s meditative service in [7] to the suspenseful delays in [11]—“wait” serves as a versatile literary device that deepens character interaction and tension while reflecting on the passage of time.