postpone
//poʊstˈpoʊn//
Translation
postpone
Definition
The verb 'postpone' means to delay an event, action, or decision to a later time. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when a planned activity cannot proceed as scheduled. For example, a meeting might be postponed due to a conflict, or a trip could be postponed because of bad weather. This word implies a deliberate choice to reschedule, rather than a cancellation.
Example
“The company decided to postpone the product launch until next quarter.”
“We had to postpone our picnic because of the heavy rain.”
“The teacher postponed the exam to give students more time to prepare.”
“They postponed their wedding for a year due to family issues.”
“The conference was postponed indefinitely after the speaker fell ill.”
“I need to postpone my dentist appointment because I have a work conflict.”
“The government postponed the new policy implementation to gather more feedback.”
“She postponed her decision until she had all the facts.”
“The flight was postponed due to technical issues with the aircraft.”
“Let's postpone the discussion until everyone is present.”
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