How to pronounce“delay”in English
verbthe security clearances, going through the health checks, it may be anywhere from, let's say, six months shortest period I can imagine to several years
delay just because of the hoops and hurdles we put people through to immigrate. But as a matter of principle and as a table setter, yes, our country
is very generous in that US citizens may bring their spouses right away. Caveat of course because of the Defense of Marriage Act, Congress has said federal
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Definitions of “delay”
A period of time before an event occurs; the act of delaying; procrastination; lingering inactivity.
“the delay before the echo of a sound”
An audio effects unit that introduces a controlled delay.
“The 8-bit sound quality of many early delays did indeed leave a lot to be desired (compare this to the 16-bit digital technology of CDs)”
To put off until a later time; to defer.
“My lord delayeth his coming.”
To retard; to temporarily stop, detain, or hinder.
“The mail is delayed by a heavy fall of snow.”
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