delay

Bewirken, dass etwas später als geplant oder erwartet geschieht.

Bad weather delayed the delivery of materials to the building site.

We delayed making a decision until everyone had read the report.

The train was delayed because engineers were checking a signal fault.

Please tell us immediately if missing information is delaying your application.

Eine Wartezeit, die entsteht, weil etwas später als erwartet geschieht.

Passengers were offered refreshments during the unexpected delay at the airport.

A delay in payment made it difficult for the supplier to pay staff.

The website warns drivers about delays on the main road.

We allowed extra time in case there were delays at the border.