had delayed
- past perfect of delay.
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They also had delayed responses to visual stimuli, pointing to slower visual processing and reduced brain signaling efficiency.
From Science Daily ● May 22, 2026
She had delayed the sentencing hearing by a week to allow more people to share statements about the impact of Purdue’s marketing tactics on themselves or their families.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
US sanctions had delayed the project, known as "Dragon".
From BBC ● Mar. 26, 2026
Almost half of people making between $120,000 and $180,000 said they had delayed important life moves, while 34% of those making between $180,000 and $240,000 said they did the same.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 20, 2026
Aunt Consuelo would be looking for them in Indio, wondering what had delayed them.
From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty
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