postponement

Example Sentences

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In a statement released just before Parliament's Christmas recess, Local Government Minister Alison McGovern said "multiple councils" had requested a postponement.

From BBC

The postponement marked the second time the case has been delayed.

From The Wall Street Journal

Jason, 27, knows the pain of court delays all too well - and says each postponement feels like losing his mother, Charlene, all over again.

From BBC

Mr Reavey is suing both parties, but a postponement of the case has overshadowed the anniversary of the shootings this weekend.

From BBC

The leader of Exeter City Council, Phil Bialyk, said he was to discuss the issue with the council's chief executive ahead of making a decision on whether to request a postponement.

From BBC