Delay
5 lettersverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
To postpone or cause something to happen at a later time than originally planned.
“Bad weather will delay our flight by two hours.”
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Common word with AY ending, E in middle position.
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Worth 9 points with Y, AY ending useful for extensions.
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