verb (present participle of 'delay') as in strong fondness

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postponing, stalling, protracting

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Example Sentences

Example:He postponed the meeting due to unforeseen circumstances.

Definition:to put off or delay an action to a later time

From postponing

Example:The reporter accused the company of stalling in response to public inquiries.

Definition:to delay or hold back in order to prevent an outcome

From stalling

Example:The negotiations were protracted for several months.

Definition:to extend the time for which something continues or lasts

From protracting