shelved Definition
- 1to put something, especially a plan, aside and not deal with it for a period of time
- 2to place something on a shelf
Using shelved: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shelved" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The project has been shelved until next year.
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The company has shelved plans to expand overseas.
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He shelved the book after reading a few pages.
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She shelved the dishes after washing them.
shelved Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: shelved in Brief
The verb 'shelved' [ʃɛlvd] means to postpone or defer something, especially a plan, and not deal with it for a period of time. It can also mean to place something on a shelf. Examples include 'The project has been shelved until next year.' and 'She shelved the dishes after washing them.' Synonyms include 'postponed' and 'deferred,' while antonyms include 'implemented' and 'executed.'
