deferred

Example Sentences

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The work rules, which as I’ve reported do nothing to enhance employment, could be deferred for six years, preventing the loss of coverage for about 5.2 million Americans.

From Los Angeles Times

Judge Michael O'Grady KC has deferred sentencing so reports can be carried out to determine whether Strachan meets the criteria for an order for lifelong restriction.

From BBC

“I’ve seen my share of less savvy investors who have had brokers and insurance salespeople put their IRAs into deferred variable annuities,” says North Vale, N.J.-based financial adviser John Coumarianos.

From MarketWatch

But, for some, the end will be deferred after a compromise deal was struck that gives a select few a chance to board what one outgoing peer called the "hereditary lifeboat".

From BBC

The mall had insufficient exterior lighting, the city said, and graffiti resulting from deferred or neglected maintenance.

From Los Angeles Times