defer
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"Thus, hydrodissection merits to be a minimally invasive option for mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome and can defer and even alleviate the need for surgery."
From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026
In practice, the order will defer payment of the Federal excise tax imposed on the fuel for the rest for the year, without penalties or interest.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 6, 2026
And if it helps to get to that true North to defer to Congress, then the court will defer to Congress.
From Slate ● Oct. 5, 2026
Investors seek ways to defer taxable gains or trigger losses that can be used to offset gains.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026
"So it is, and so we should defer this matter until the king—" "The king is hunting across the river and may not re-turn for days," Lord Eddard said.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever tendered his resignation to King Philippe on Monday over deadlocked budget talks, but the monarch deferred his decision until after a new meeting Friday.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
By holding interest rates steady, the Fed has effectively deferred the debate on inflation rather than settled it, said Karen Manna, fixed income strategist at Federated Hermes, said in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
The state contributed $80 million to the Oschin Center’s creation, and it is spending another $450 million on Expo’s deferred maintenance, accessibility and a new park along the complex’s south edge.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
A deferred payment obligation doesn’t automatically shield the proceeds from marital claims, and the note itself may be treated as an asset in a divorce.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 15, 2026
A serjeant, Tyrion knew, from the way the other two deferred to him.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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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
The Medical Examiner hasn’t yet released a cause or manner of death for Hoyos-Munoz, writing that it was deferring its decision for now.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
Yes, some of the gains are due to inflation, but the owner also benefits from deferring the tax until the asset is sold.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 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
“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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