General waiting/staying:
* Remain: To continue to be in a particular place or condition. "Please remain seated."
* Stay: To continue to be in a particular place or condition. "Stay tuned for more information."
* Abode: To live or reside in a particular place. "They made their abode in a small cottage."
* Tarry: To delay or linger; to wait. "He tarried for her arrival."
Waiting with a specific purpose:
* Await: To wait for someone or something. "I await your reply."
* Anticipate: To expect or look forward to something. "We anticipate a large crowd."
* Hold on: To wait patiently. "Hold on, the bus is coming."
* Endure: To tolerate or put up with something difficult. "She endured the pain of her broken leg."
Staying with a specific connotation:
* Persist: To continue despite difficulties. "She persisted in her efforts to find a solution."
* Dwell: To live or stay in a particular place. "They dwelt in a small village by the sea."
* Abide: To stay in a place or to follow a rule. "She abided by the law."
The best word to use depends on the specific context and nuance you want to convey.