delaying
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Becerra would be open to revising or delaying the goals to prioritize affordability.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026
As in growing numbers of countries today, France’s population is aging and projected to shrink, delaying the inevitable generational transfer of power.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
The research team had travelled for five days by sea to reach Nikumaroro and was forced to spend several days on their ship following rough seas and strong winds, delaying their search on the island.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026
Rocket Lab once again is delaying the maiden launch of its Neutron rocket, dealing a major blow to investors.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2026
This morning I would have gone too, but Father was impatient to be off, and there was no delaying him.
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
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