This is the 10841st most frequent Russian word.
выжидает
"Выжидает" means "waits (patiently) or bides time."
The word "выжидает" here is used to signify deliberate anticipation, highlighting the subject's effort to find the most suitable time.
Он выжидает подходящий момент для начала разговора.
He waits for the right moment to start a conversation.
In this example, "выжидает" conveys the idea of the bird attentively timing its action for an optimal situation.
Птица выжидает, чтобы спокойно слететь на землю.
The bird waits to calmly land on the ground.
The usage of "выжидает" in this sentence illustrates patience or strategic waiting until conditions improve.