wait in the wings
US /weɪt ɪn ðə wɪŋz/
UK /weɪt ɪn ðə wɪŋz/
1.
esperar nos bastidores, estar à espreita
to be ready to do something or to take someone's place, especially in a play or other performance
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The understudy is waiting in the wings, ready to perform if the main actor falls ill.
O substituto está à espera nos bastidores, pronto para atuar se o ator principal adoecer.
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There are several talented young players waiting in the wings for a chance to join the first team.
Há vários jovens jogadores talentosos à espera nos bastidores por uma chance de se juntar ao time principal.