be delayed

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However, in a video published on the city’s website, Harris said he used his power to exercise a clause in the law that allows for the release of footage to be delayed.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

If anything, selling H200 chips to China would harm American customers, whose orders could be delayed to service the fabrication of China-bound chips.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

These may include documents regarding a revocable trust containing assets from the estate in order to avoid probate, which can be a lengthy and public process that could also be delayed by family disputes.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

The loss to network TV comedy, however, is massive – and given the viewership migration away from traditional broadcasters toward online platforms, something that can only be delayed, not avoided.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

At her request, the funeral would be delayed until the following Saturday, five days away.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey