be delayed

Example Sentences

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That mission is certain to be delayed as Blue Origin assesses the damage from Thursday’s explosion.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 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

It’s also about the yearning for a more optimistic era of musical storytelling, when goodness could be counted on to prevail and a happy ending might be delayed but only rarely denied.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Damage to the nervous system is not confined to acute poisoning; there may also be delayed effects from exposure.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson