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delay

[dih-ley] / dɪˈleɪ /




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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

Parts of the its website and those of its brands were showing an error message on Wednesday afternoon, with the company warning the cyber-attack could delay product deliveries.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“Given expectations imply a Zyn recovery, fueled by the introduction of new products, we would see a delay as a negative for PM,” the Jefferies analysts wrote of the reported delay of the fast-track review.

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

I was staggered; but I knew that if he wished to delay he had a good reason for it.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker