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Deferring

Verb / dɪˈfɜ:ɪŋ / Another word for deferring — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The definition of 'deferring' is delaying or postponing something.

Synonyms & similar words

postpone putoff defer setback table remit bow prorogue accede givein shelve holdover submit putover postponing delaying procrastinating stalling temporizing pausing rescheduling suspending adjourning remitting relinquishing extending restraining withholding protracting retarding

Example sentences

  1. 1. He is deferring the decision until he has more information.
  2. 2. The teacher is deferring the test to next week.
  3. 3. The company is deferring the project due to budget constraints.
  4. 4. We are deferring our vacation plans until next year.
  5. 5. She is deferring her decision until she has spoken to her parents.

Quotes

  • 1. 'Procrastination is the art of keeping up with yesterday.' - Don Marquis
  • 2. 'Procrastination is the thief of time.' - Edward Young
  • 3. 'I'll stop procrastinating...tomorrow.' - Unknown

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