delay
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For instance, updates to the Growler’s electronic-warfare pods, which the U.S. relies on to protect its air fleets, have been delayed.
The effect would be to delay the bill's passage into law until 2027.
From BBC
Due to the delays caused by the government shutdown, both September and October data were released on Dec. 9.
From Barron's
“I think there’s a legitimate argument to be said that some of this stuff may take longer thank people think and that would cause a delay,” and a correction for stocks, Eisman said.
From MarketWatch
International agencies aim to build the first human habitat on Mars in the 2040s, but recurring delays in Mars sample return limit how quickly Mars specific construction methods can be tested and confirmed.
From Science Daily
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