expression, godan verb (-su)
bide one's time; wait for the right moment
Literally 'to hold a drawn bow', this idiomatic expression means to be fully prepared and wait patiently for the perfect opportunity to act. Often used when someone is ready to make a move but chooses to wait until conditions are ideal.
See also: 満を持する
彼は満を持して新事業を始めた。
He bided his time and then launched the new business.
満を持して発言の機会を待つ。
Wait for the right moment to speak, fully prepared.