postponed

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“I think the price increase for clothing has been postponed, compared to many different products,” he said of the increase in April.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Dolly Parton has been receiving treatment for unspecified health issues concerning her immune and digestive systems, she announced Monday, saying at the same time that her postponed Las Vegas residency has been canceled.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

The "9 to 5" singer had previously postponed the Las Vegas residency, which was originally scheduled to kick off last year.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

It was notable that the 2029 Asian Winter Games in Saudi Arabia was suddenly postponed indefinitely.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

And after all he never had any real hope in the affair from the beginning; but being a cheerful hobbit he had not needed hope, as long as despair could be postponed.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien