delaying

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Coroner Elizabeth Wheeler recorded a conclusion of death by misadventure but added: "I am concerned that selfish and illegal parking can have an impact of delaying emergency vehicles which can have implications for future deaths."

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

The countries with the most influence are delaying funding, the U.S. and China, both permanent members of the U.N.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Comedy wins the argument again, delaying Deborah’s self-imposed deadline indefinitely.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

"Right now, I'm just delaying as much as I can."

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

I believed equally in both, so I volunteered for Vietnam, delaying my dream of working on spaceflight.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam