Consummate
Consummate verb - To bring (something) to a state where nothing remains to be done.
Wait and consummate are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wait" instead a verb "Consummate".
Wait
Wait verb - To remain in place in readiness or expectation of something.
Consummate and wait are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Consummate" instead a verb "Wait".
Both words in one sentence
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As Jack is a little boy who doesn't even know about sex, Waltraute tells the others she will wait until he comes of age to consummate their marriage.
Source: The Jail Bait Wait - Sief MacAthan thought waiting to consummate the marriage until Jessamy turned 12 was generous, but Queen Dulchesse pulled rank and made him wait till Jessamy turned 14.
Source: The Jail Bait Wait -
Innokenti does, however, want to wait a little longer before they have sex, earning him some respect from Anton, even though it annoys his daughter, who wants to consummate the relationship.
Source: Overprotective Dad
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