Wait behind
phrasal verb
To stay in a place after others have left.
After class, the teacher told John to wait behind so they could discuss his homework.
Often appears as...
- wait behind after class
- wait behind after work
phrasal verb
To follow another at a slower pace, letting them go ahead.
She asked her younger brother to wait behind until she crossed the road.
Often appears as...
- wait behind at traffic light
- wait behind in line
phrasal verb
To stay in a place after others have left.
After class, the teacher told John to wait behind so they could discuss his homework.
Often appears as...
- wait behind after class
- wait behind after work
phrasal verb
To follow another at a slower pace, letting them go ahead.
She asked her younger brother to wait behind until she crossed the road.
Often appears as...
- wait behind at traffic light
- wait behind in line
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Remaining Behind
Used when someone needs to stay while others leave, often for privacy or extra help.
The teacher had Sarah wait behind to discuss her progress.
Pro Tip 2/3Extra Attention
Implies a need for individual attention, usually from a teacher or authority figure.
James had to wait behind to receive feedback on his project.
Pro Tip 3/3Delayed Departure
Suggests someone is not ready to leave yet, possibly due to unfinished tasks.
I'll wait behind to lock up the office.
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