put off

Example Sentences

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Today, the median age of U.S. motorcycle owners hovers around 50, with younger people put off by high prices or unfamiliarity with the pastime.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

When Kant first realized the importance of naming a power of attorney, she didn’t know whom to choose at the time, and put off the decision.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Big picture: Rekindled inflation has put more stress on households and forced the Federal Reserve to put off further interest-rate reductions.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

But Ruraidh Stewart raised concerns more planning rules could put off developers, and affect the local authority's efforts to build 24,000 new homes over the next 10 years.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“Our performance has been put off for a little while, but we’ll be on in just a bit! But it’s always good to see our fans.”

From "Hopping Mad (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #4)" by Franklin W. Dixon