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  • past tense form of delay.
  • past participle of delay.
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delayed

[dih-leyd] / dɪˈleɪd /
ADJECTIVE
held up
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Tesla had initially planned to show off the robot earlier this year but delayed doing so, citing concerns that rivals could copy its designs.

From MarketWatch Jul. 20, 2026

But even a short gap can mean skipped medications, delayed appointments or untreated symptoms that become urgent and potentially more serious than they would otherwise have been.

From Salon Jul. 19, 2026

Roads will continue to buckle and flights will continue to be delayed from extreme heat, Marlon warns.

From BBC Jul. 17, 2026

Up to 45 percent of dementia risk could be prevented or delayed, the World Health Organization said Wednesday, citing modifiable risk factors such as tobacco and air pollution.

From Barron's Jul. 15, 2026

Upon reentry on June 19, the Vostok 6 was delayed because of problems that were not made public at the time.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson




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