delaying

Example Sentences

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If you expect to live into your 80s or 90s, delaying until 70 may make sense because it would maximize your monthly benefit for the rest of your life.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Coroner Elizabeth Wheeler recorded a conclusion of death by misadventure but added: "I am concerned that selfish and illegal parking can have an impact of delaying emergency vehicles which can have implications for future deaths."

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Comedy wins the argument again, delaying Deborah’s self-imposed deadline indefinitely.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

"Right now, I'm just delaying as much as I can."

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

“I talked with headquarters,” Pena spoke slowly, delaying the news to increase my anticipation.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez