delay

Example Sentences

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Police Scotland said people should delay their journeys if possible.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 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

Both will help delay the onset of a shortage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

As Apple’s Siri delay drags on, its “Magnificent Seven” peers are embarking on a massive AI spending spree to build out data centers, leading some investors to perceive Apple as an AI laggard.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 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