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delayed

[dih-leyd] / dɪˈleɪd /
ADJECTIVE
held up
Synonyms


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Dr. Prasad pushed out agency veterans who have been supportive of rare-disease and cancer drugs, which resulted in a brain drain at the agency and delayed drug reviews.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

“As we see the model continue to succeed, it is worth expanding. That way, our emergency responders can respond to true emergencies and not have delayed response times to any and all crises,” Sarian said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

So when one appointment runs late the others, like trains, can often get delayed too.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

The OEP's Chief Scientist Robbie McDonald said it was important changes to tackle the "widening crisis" in our water bodies were not delayed.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

“No problem. I’ve put you on the three thirty. It may be delayed, because of the storm, so keep an eye on the screens. Checking any baggage?”

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman




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