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delayer

[dɪˈleɪər]

delayer Definition

a person or thing that causes a delay or slows down progress.

Using delayer: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "delayer" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The delayer in the project was the lack of funding.

  • Example

    She was a delayer in the meeting, constantly interrupting and derailing the discussion.

  • Example

    The traffic jam was caused by a delayer on the highway.

delayer Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using delayer

  • the passage of time can cause delays or obstacles to achieving a goal

    Example

    We need to act quickly because time is a great delayer.

  • to delay or postpone something

    Example

    We had to put the project on the back burner due to the delayer caused by the pandemic.

  • drag one's feet

    to delay or procrastinate

    Example

    He's been dragging his feet on making a decision about the job offer.

Phrases with delayer

  • delay tactics

    actions taken to slow down or obstruct progress, often used in political or legal contexts

    Example

    The opposition party used delay tactics to prevent the bill from being passed.

  • delayed gratification

    the ability to resist the temptation for an immediate reward and wait for a later, more valuable reward

    Example

    Teaching children delayed gratification is important for their long-term success.

  • muscle pain and stiffness that occurs after exercise, typically peaking 24-72 hours after the workout

    Example

    After her first intense workout, she experienced delayed onset muscle soreness for several days.

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Summary: delayer in Brief

'Delayer' [dɪˈleɪər] refers to a person or thing that causes a delay or slows down progress. It can be used in various contexts, such as projects, meetings, or traffic. Phrases like 'delay tactics' and 'delayed gratification' extend its meaning into political and psychological domains. Idioms like 'time is a great delayer' and 'put something on the back burner' highlight the negative impact of delay on achieving goals.