伺机 (sì jī): Wait for an opportunity (Verb) — Meaning & Stroke Order

He hid behind the tree, waiting for an opportunity to catch the kitten.

He is not passively waiting; instead, he is calmly analyzing the situation and waiting for the right moment to act.

We must not let our guard down, as our opponent is likely waiting for an opportunity to counterattack.

Investors closely monitor market changes, waiting for an opportunity to buy low-priced stocks.

That calico cat is lying on the windowsill, waiting for an opportunity to pounce on the passing butterfly.