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postpone

[pohst-pohn, pohs-] / poʊstˈpoʊn, poʊs- /


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Echo & the Bunnymen had to postpone a show after singer Ian McCulloch was injured in a crash.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“I know it’s a pain, but postpone your trip to another time, and then when you’re on board, adhere to what the cruise ship staff is telling you about personal hygiene.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 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

That summit has been delayed once, and analysts say markets would likely take any moves to further postpone the meeting, which is set for May 14- May 15, as a negative.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Since Moushumi has to teach a class three days after the wedding, they have to postpone the honeymoon.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri




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