defer to
Example Sentences
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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
There is every indication that Congress wanted to defer to the states.
From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026
“When clients defer to AI, it may prompt advisers to question the value of their human contribution.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
"Our coaches will defer to the statement that was put out," Stefanski said, referring to a Falcons statement saying the team was "aware" of the incident and gathering more information.
From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026
The society was to defer to the word of no authority but stick to the facts.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
