delay
What is the Definition of delay?
Noun:
- time during which some action is awaited
- the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time
Verb:
- cause to be slowed down or delayed
- act later than planned, scheduled, or required
- stop or halt
- slow the growth or development of
How can I use delay in a sentence?
Due to unforeseen circumstances, there will be a slight delay in delivering your package tomorrow morning. - Из-за непредвиденных обстоятельств доставка вашего пакета завтра утром будет немного задержана.
The boss demanded an explanation for the delay. - Босс потребовал объяснения задержки.
The flight faced a delay due to bad weather. - Рейс задержался из-за плохой погоды.
The delay was unavoidable. - Задержка была неизбежной.
Other meanings of delay (synonyms, cognates).
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