delayed

Example Sentences

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“We gave them a lot of information about mortality risk, and they still delayed the reduction in their asset position,” Duffy said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

The White House is not requiring Kushner to file financial disclosure documents, and certification of Witkoff’s has been inexplicably delayed for months.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

Adams said he is not concerned about how the delayed opening of the train system will affect World Cup congestion.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Instead, as it happened, the miraculous basket merely delayed what would be one of the eight championship losses that West would suffer while playing with the Los Angeles Lakers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

‘I am wide awake now, and I remember so many things that want explaining. Why were you delayed? You ought to tell me that at least.’

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien