defer to
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But on development matters, council members typically defer to the wishes of the council person representing the community where a development is proposed.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Fed Chair Jerome Powell seemed to indicate that the he would defer to nominee Fed chair Kevin Warsh—likely to take over before the June meeting—about what to do over the language.
From Barron's • May 1, 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
The group seemed to naturally defer to her as the leader.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
