delayed

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A demonstration of the humanoid robot was delayed from last month to give Tesla more time to work on the “finishing touches,” Musk said on March 31.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

Thus, Phil has delayed his consideration as a candidate by another five years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Civil aviation authority chief Aziz said that "only on two or three occasions maximum" a commercial plane delayed a landing due to Israeli military action.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

Irrigation systems go dry, planting is delayed or scaled back and harvests are lost.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

It was then that Elizabeth realized what Cousin Gerrit was doing: The longer he delayed the men in their search, the more time Harriet had to get away.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling