Answer:

waits

Answer	Crossword Clue
WAITS	Hangs around
WAITS	Remains
WAITS	Gravel-voiced singer Tom

WAITS	Shows patience
WAITS	Stands in line, say
WAITS	Delays
WAITS	Is expectant
WAITS	Stands by
WAITS	Stands in line
WAITS	Serves, with "on"
WAITS	Stays put

WAITS	Bides one's time
WAITS	Sits tight
WAITS	Periods of inactivity
WAITS	Takes orders
WAITS	Abides
WAITS	They can be frustrating
WAITS	Cools one's heels
WAITS	Takes orders, in a way

WAITS	Is patient
WAITS	Christmas carolers in Britain.
WAITS	Is at hand.
WAITS	Is ready.
WAITS	Remains ready.
WAITS	Attends upon.
WAITS	Serves.
WAITS	Bides one's time.

WAITS	Delays.
WAITS	Intervals.
WAITS	Hangs on
WAITS	Attends, with "on"
WAITS	Tarries
WAITS	... on (serves)
WAITS	Times on lines
WAITS	Doesn't take off

WAITS	Takes orders, say
WAITS	Holds on
WAITS	Lingers
WAITS	Is on hold, say
WAITS	Gravel-throated songwriting icon Tom