delayed opening

British

noun

aeronautics the automatic opening of a parachute after a predetermined delay to allow the parachutist to reach a particular height

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The weather conditions have led to the closure of two primary schools in Moray and six in the Highlands, and several more delayed opening until later.

From BBC

This latest news follows the delayed opening of the new maternity hospital at the Royal Victoria Hospital due to the high presence of a bacteria pseudomonas in the system.

From BBC

Faced with a delayed opening date during the pandemic, Iweala expanded its programming to include lectures and visits from heads of state, outdoor dance parties, films and author talks.

From New York Times

Farther south in Edison, public schools are operating on a delayed opening.

From New York Times

Others have confirmed delayed opening times to allow pupils time to travel to school in daylight, or the cancelation of school buses.

From BBC

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