delay

verb
/dɪˈleɪ/

Meaning

to make something happen later than planned

Example Sentences

The flight was delayed due to bad weather.

Example Expressions

without delay

Synonyms

postpone, defer, stall, hinder, procrastinate

Antonyms

advance, expedite, hasten

Collocations

cause delay, long delay, delay in delivery, unexpected delay

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