unforeseen delay
Frequency: 7.09.8 per million words
A situation where something happens later than expected due to an unpredicted reason.
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- The project was hit by an unforeseen delay due to material shortages.
- We experienced an unforeseen delay at the airport because of bad weather.
- The construction faced an unforeseen delay when archaeological remains were discovered.
- Despite careful planning, an unforeseen delay can always occur.
- Any unforeseen delay will push back the launch date considerably.
- She was frustrated by the unforeseen delay in receiving her visa.
- The concert started late due to an unforeseen technical delay.
- Management warned of a possible unforeseen delay in the delivery.
- An unforeseen delay in legal proceedings prolonged the case.
- Passengers were advised of an unforeseen delay lasting several hours.