delays
word · lemma: delay
Definition
Periods when something happens later than expected or takes longer to start or finish, usually causing inconvenience. Often refers to waiting longer than planned for transport, services, or events.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in formal and neutral contexts, such as 'flight delays,' 'project delays.' Common collocations: 'experience delays,' 'cause delays,' 'long delays.' 'Delays' is the plural noun; don't confuse with 'delay' (singular) or 'to delay' (verb).
Example Sentences
The train had many delays because of the weather.
basic
Delays are common at airports during the holidays.
basic
Please excuse any delays in our response.
basic
We ran into unexpected delays with the building permits.
natural
After several delays, the package finally arrived.
natural
The meeting kept getting pushed back due to delays in planning.
natural