delay unduly
Frequency: 6.07.5 per million words
to cause a process or action to take more time than is necessary or reasonable
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Examples (10)
- The project was delayed unduly by bureaucratic red tape.
- We cannot afford to delay the unduly sensitive process.
- Do not unduly delay the delivery of essential medical supplies.
- The investigation was unduly delayed due to a lack of cooperation.
- Hoping for a better deal, they unduly delayed signing the contract.
- The company was accused of unduly delaying payments to its suppliers.
- Unforeseen circumstances unduly delayed the product launch.
- It is important not to unduly delay addressing the safety concerns.
- The judge warned against any actions that might unduly delay the legal proceedings.
- Strikes can unduly delay the movement of goods and people.