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.

Last month, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also raised the possibility of delaying the closure of individual coal plants in the event of a supply shortage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

If policymakers instead focus on strengthening insurance coverage and preventing insurers from denying or delaying access to breakthrough treatments, patients could have equitable access to the miracle drugs of today — and tomorrow.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

When businesses cannot estimate energy costs with any conviction, they begin delaying capital spending, reducing expansion plans and preserving cash.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

But customers in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa are "delaying purchases" of glyphosate products, Bayer said in its report.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

“This is a delaying tactic on the part of the defender.”

From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry