deferring

Example Sentences

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But a spoof is under no obligation to turn that one joke into a full narrative as it does by deferring to a younger cast, and only checking in with the franchise’s original players occasionally.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Cheniere Energy, another gas exporter, has said it is considering deferring maintenance at some of its units to produce more supplies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Motions to dismiss charges in the case paint some of the officers as rookies deferring to their superiors.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

At his Senate confirmation hearing in November, Selig declined to answer when asked whether sports event contracts are gambling, instead deferring to the courts.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

Once she starts deferring to me, I’ll know that I’ve slipped into the virtual driver’s seat, regardless of who’s actually driving.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman