Delays
Definitions
- (n.) Periods of time by which the performance of a duty, obligation, or legal proceeding is postponed beyond the originally scheduled time.
The contract specified penalties for any delays in delivery.
- (v.) Third-person singular present of delay: to cause to be late or postponed.
The contractor delays completion of the work beyond the agreed deadline.
Forms
- delay
- delayed
- delaying
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specify the cause and consequence of delays clearly to avoid disputes over liability and remedies.
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