postpone
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"That is why we have advised all passengers who can to postpone their journeys, particularly vulnerable people, and for everyone who is able to work from home to do so."
From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026
The band added that “after careful consideration,” it had decided to postpone its Philadelphia show that night.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
They can’t skip the gas station when prices are high — but they can postpone routine care.
From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026
When the couple's travel operator gave them the option to postpone or cancel they decided to get a refund and instead booked a trip to Northumberland in June.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
School had been due to end the first week of January for our usual winter break, so my father decided to postpone the holiday.
From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai
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