deferment

Example Sentences

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He spent 15 years in and out of forbearance, deferment and repayment on his federal loans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 1, 2025

But because borrowers with federal loans can choose from forbearance, deferment or income-driven repayment, it’s that much more challenging to prove undue hardship.

From Salon • Jan. 24, 2025

In 1968, at age 22, he got a medical deferment for having bone spurs in his heels.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2024

She hopes the deferment is temporary, but if the college can’t muster up millions of dollars, Oklahoma’s oldest continually operating college likely will close its doors.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 3, 2024

"They granted me a deferment until I graduate. But I must still serve six months in the Reich Labor Service."

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti