delayed

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The company failed to get enough money from outside investors, and the planned construction was delayed.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

But publication of the blueprint has been delayed after the MoD reportedly asked for an extra £28bn over the next four years, following an internal assessment last year.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Earlier this year, the company shut down or delayed several initiatives and began focusing on making its coding agent, Codex, more broadly available.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

It likely delayed its detection and hampered efforts to deliver tests and treatment to the affected areas.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

There was always the chance she had been delayed en route.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield