put off
Example Sentences
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And when his biceps injury flared again, and the discomfort extended up through his neck, the Dodgers put off an IL move as long as possible.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
"It is low - 27%," Parr admitted, suggesting that people may be being put off by myths that signing up could affect their insurance premiums.
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026
“You have really a story where Gen Z is really put off by party,” Deckman said.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
Businesses often put off hiring until after the holiday.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026
On Sunday, Naomi walked with the rest of the congregation to the river for all the baptisms that had been put off during the winter.
From "Out of Darkness" by Ashley Hope Pérez
