postpone
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The museum said the decision to postpone was taken to "protect" the event and it remains "committed to providing a space where history, culture and scholarship can be explored openly, respectfully and without disruption".
From BBC • May 28, 2026
In a 9-6 vote, the council voted initial approval of an ordinance to postpone implementation of the $30 hourly minimum til 2030, instead of 2028.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
“I know it’s a pain, but postpone your trip to another time, and then when you’re on board, adhere to what the cruise ship staff is telling you about personal hygiene.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
That summit has been delayed once, and analysts say markets would likely take any moves to further postpone the meeting, which is set for May 14- May 15, as a negative.
From Barron's • May 6, 2026
And I thought I might postpone my retirement to Texas because of my concern for that child, and search for Dr. Grumman.
From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman
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