is delaying
- present progressive of delay (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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The commish said James’s decision is delaying the completion of the league schedule, as where he plays next will influence what games the NBA sets for Christmas and other key dates.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
The company is delaying the filing of its 10-Q as it conducts its review.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 9, 2026
Meta Platforms is delaying the international rollout of its Ray-Ban Display glasses due to high demand and limited inventory.
From Barron's ● Jan. 6, 2026
The rapid growth of "energy-hungry" data centres is delaying new homes in London, just as its housing crisis is "at its worst", a new report has warned.
From BBC ● Dec. 3, 2025
“Something is delaying the consumption of their union.”
From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson
