pending

US /ˈpen.dɪŋ/

UK /ˈpen.dɪŋ/

1.

until (something) happens or takes place.

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they were released on bail pending an appeal

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awaiting until till before

1.

awaiting decision or settlement.

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nine cases were still pending

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unresolved undecided unsettled uncertain undetermined in the balance on ice in reserve ongoing outstanding undone unfinished incomplete left remaining on the back burner