deferral

noun

de·​fer·​ral di-ˈfər-əl How to pronounce deferral (audio)
: the act of delaying : postponement

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This tax deferral can benefit long-term growth, allowing investments to compound without the immediate impact of taxes. Jessica Ledingham, J.d., Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 Simultaneously, the company experienced a surge in customer service inquiries as existing clients, facing financial uncertainty, sought loan deferrals and modifications. Geri Stengel, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 By considering yield rate, students can critically assemble their balanced college list and navigate the complexities of early decision, deferrals, and waitlists with more confidence and insight. Christopher Rim, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025 For 2025, the total contribution limit is $70,000, which includes $23,500 in employee deferrals. Jessica Ledingham, J.d., Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for deferral

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First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of deferral was in 1865

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“Deferral.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deferral. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.

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