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Synonyms for delays


Grammar : Noun, verb
Spell : dih-ley
Phonetic Transcription : dɪˈleɪ

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Définition of delays

Origin :
  • mid-13c., from Old French delaie, from delaiier (see delay (v.)).
  • noun deferment, interruption
  • verb cause stop in action
Example sentences :
  • Gradually he came to the conclusion that the delays were not entirely accidental.
  • Extract from : « The Leopard Woman » by Stewart Edward White
  • After delays, excuses, pleadings, Julie's father lost patience.
  • Extract from : « In the Heart of Vosges » by Matilda Betham-Edwards
  • Of course, all these delays were calculated to discourage him and bend his will.
  • Extract from : « The Three Cities Trilogy, Complete » by Emile Zola
  • One can never tell what delays or formalities there may be.'
  • Extract from : « A Woman Intervenes » by Robert Barr
  • Delays in the decision of the Court on the conduct of Amsterdam.
  • Extract from : « The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. IX » by Various
  • The more he delays replying to our letter, the more certain I am that this is the case.
  • Extract from : « Galusha the Magnificent » by Joseph C. Lincoln
  • When Mary made no answer, he added, “Your delays have all been unavoidable, my child!”
  • Extract from : « Dr. Sevier » by George W. Cable
  • For the purpose of all their delays had been compromise, and their hope was the avoidance of bloodshed.
  • Extract from : « The Siege of Boston » by Allen French
  • But quick, quick: I cannot bear scenes and delays and comments.
  • Extract from : « Dreamers of the Ghetto » by I. Zangwill
  • So great were the delays that it was evening when the train reached Dijon.
  • Extract from : « The Young Franc Tireurs » by G. A. Henty

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