delay

Example Sentences

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But that appeal threatens to delay the confirmation of Kevin Warsh, the former Fed governor whom Trump nominated to replace Powell when his term expires next month.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"Cancellation is alway an option in the event of a delay," he told the ATS-Keystone news agency.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The forecast shows an 80% chance of favorable weather for launch, with some potential for clouds and high winds at ground level that could delay the mission.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

She urged the NI Executive to "lower the screening age to 50 without delay".

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

I took my time unpacking, until I felt like I couldn’t delay it any longer, then joined Gran in the living room.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas