Collocation Dictionary
Common collocations with delay in American Collocation
delay
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
long
The airport reported lengthy flight delays caused by the snow.
not necessary or reasonable
We will carry out the building work without undue delay.
short
There may be a slight delay while your details are checked.
not expected
There are often unforeseen delays and interruptions.
impossible to avoid
This time limit may only be extended in exceptional cases, where delay is unavoidable due to illness.
more
Here I am still sitting in the lounge with further delays caused by an electrical problem on the plane.
of mail or transport
She lost two days from her holiday because of flight delays.
causing loss of money
Good initial planning will help you avoid costly delays later on.
cause a delay
Please ask the receptionist to check, even if it means a short delay.
avoid a delay
To avoid delays in registration please complete the application form in full.
experience a delay
The project has not experienced any major delays.
reduce delays
Waiting lists are kept short in order to minimize delays.