defer
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Some were forced to take on jobs after retirement just to survive, while others chose to delay or defer retirement until the mess was closer to being resolved.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
“When you have higher cost-sharing, you’re more likely to defer care.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Yes, you can invest pretax dollars and defer taxes on the income and appreciation until you ultimately withdraw.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
“With I bonds, you can defer federal income tax on the interest until you redeem or until the 30-year maturity. That’s a pretty significant benefit,” he said.
From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026
Your arguments will tend to prosper if they are founded on the common assumptions of your audience—or, in special cases, if the audience is minded to defer to your authority.
From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith
Vocabulary lists containing defer
The Great Gatsby
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