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delayed

[dih-leyd] / dɪˈleɪd /
ADJECTIVE
held up
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In such a world, economic predictions will no longer be weakened by delayed or incomplete information.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The delayed offside flag could almost become a thing of the past after Fifa unveiled new technology to be used at the 2026 World Cup.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Prior to the law, spouses could receive spousal benefits while delaying their own retirement benefits so that the latter would grow through delayed retirement credits over time.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Altman said monthly enrollment numbers are delayed because consumers have a three-month grace period to resume their premium payments before the insurance carriers end their coverage for nonpayment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Upon reentry on June 19, the Vostok 6 was delayed because of problems that were not made public at the time.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson




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