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Refrigerated groceries and other perishable goods typically feel the squeeze faster than other products, as their deliveries can’t be delayed for long.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 26, 2026

“There can be no assurances that achievement of the Passenger Service Availability Date will not be delayed further,” the filing said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026

But it is highly unlikely the recess will be delayed or a special session convened in the coming days.

From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026

The most likely outcome is that this set of tariffs ”will be delayed or canceled before the Aug. 19 deadline,” said Tobin Marcus, head of U.S. policy and politics at Wolfe Research, in a note.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 17, 2026

Bob hated for their walk to be delayed.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman




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