defer

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"In the absence of regulatory clarity, manufacturers defer investment decisions, supply chains evolve more slowly, and the broader ecosystem remains uncertain," Kant writes, adding that what will drive adoption is certainty of policy.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

And Chief Justice John G. Roberts has said in the past that judges should usually defer to the federal agency that is responsible fo regulating drugs.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

“With I bonds, you can defer federal income tax on the interest until you redeem or until the 30-year maturity. That’s a pretty significant benefit,” he said.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

ETF owners pay taxes on dividend distributions, but they can usually defer capital gains until they themselves sell.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

The Court began insisting that federal judges defer more to state court rulings, which tended to be more indulgent of errors and defects in capital proceedings.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson