deferred
Example Sentences
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He deferred to the public-safety division, citing the active investigation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
"Net bookings", the company's preferred revenue yardstick which excludes some deferred sales, was down slightly less in April-June, falling nine percent to 256 million euros.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
While traveling in Manila, Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters he was aware of the news reports, but deferred to the White House to provide more public information.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 22, 2026
Lord Scott continued his remand in custody as sentencing was deferred for reports.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
There’s no indication that Henrietta questioned him; like most patients in the 1950s, she deferred to anything her doctors said.
From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
