Delay Crossword Clue

We have the 5-letter answer for Delay crossword clue, last seen in the NYT Midi Crossword March 4, 2026 puzzle. This answer will help you finish the puzzle you’re working on.

Delay Crossword Answer

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LAG

(3 letters)

POSTPONE

(8 letters)

STALL

(5 letters)

PUTOFF

(6 letters)

Helpful Hints

(verb)
1. yield to another’s wish or opinion
2. hold back to a later time

Hint 2: Clue Definition

DELAY (verb)
1. cause to be slowed down or delayed
2. slow the growth or development of
DELAY (noun)
1. time during which some action is awaited
2. the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

LAG
(3 letters)
POSTPONE
(8 letters)
STALL
(5 letters)
PUTOFF
(6 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
FREED

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