putting off
Example Sentences
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However, that concern about energy consumption does not appear to be putting off buyers.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
People clearly aren’t yet rationing their fuel, or putting off that trip to the grocery store.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
Avoid putting off Medicaid applications until the 11th hour, making cash gifts that exceed tax-free limits and/or transferring property without fully understanding Medicaid rules; and failing to consider irrevocable trusts or other sound legal strategies.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026
Some companies are putting off planned price increases.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
Jaxim had the haggard look common to most artificers in the middle of large projects, as if he were putting off sleep until it was entirely finished.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
