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will retard

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"If it isn't ... we will retard our plans accordingly."

From Reuters Nov. 30, 2021

A mere reduction in the growth rate in those countries will retard development, lock in disadvantages vis-à-vis the West, and contribute to political instability.

From Slate Dec. 9, 2015

At the very least, the tension will retard chances of resolving the bloody war in Syria.

From New York Times Nov. 26, 2015

"It will retard the course of justice even further in these cases, and that's the tragedy."

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 10, 2014

The addition of a little vinegar or glue water will retard the setting of the plaster, but will not preserve its hardening.

From The Boy Mechanic: Volume 1 700 Things for Boys to Do by Popular Mechanics Co.