1.   A crowd was starting to collect outside the theatre to await the arrival of the prime minister.

2.   He ordered his meal of cod and chips and no vinegar, then sat down to await its arrival.

3.   I am like a shipwrecked survivor holding fast to the debris, awaiting the arrival of the scheduled liner.

4.   Senior courtiers went to await the arrival of the train at the capital.

5.   Two very new and raw advisers were awaiting the arrival of Mr Rocke.

6.   I was flicking idly through a newspaper while awaiting the arrival of orange juice and coffee.

7.   They were awaiting the arrival of guests.

8.   They are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their wedding day.

9.   Alan Watkins, who was awaiting the arrival of the Chancellor himself, gave Amaranth his approving eye.