deferring
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That includes pushing other countries to release stockpiles and deferring road taxes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
Whenever “Primetime” comes close to a deeper truth, the film backs off entirely, deferring to Pattinson to deliver the intended magnitude.
From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2026
Other cost-cutting measures were also announced, such as deferring wage increases until 2035 and having senior executives forgo base salary increases in 2027 and 2028.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
Motions to dismiss charges in the case paint some of the officers as rookies deferring to their superiors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 7, 2026
“Ah don’t wanna break in ’n’ meddle where Ah ain’ got no bis- ness, suh,” the preacher said in a tone that was militant, but deferring.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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