"A number of them, I am still waiting to consult."

A growing number of individuals are not waiting for government to make up its mind.

Any number of armed killers could be waiting for him to pass by.

A number of people must be reading his reports and waiting impatiently for an answer.

About 30 people, a number of them holding balloons, were waiting for their plane.

A large number of people wait at the temple for the Karaga's return.

Fortunately, a number of Web sites are waiting to help.

But even if the report is dropped, the subject won't be: a number of alternative statements are waiting in the wings.

A number of other potential candidates, including two congressmen, are also waiting in the wings.

Once you get the number simply hang up, wait a moment and call back your friend collect.