Sitting on the bench, say

IDLE

Not in use or working, like a player waiting for their turn in the game.

"Sitting on the bench" hints at someone who isn’t playing—like a sports player waiting on the sidelines instead of being active. The word "say" signals this is just one example, not the only meaning. "Idle" fits because it describes being inactive or doing nothing, matching the idea of someone benched rather than in the game."