dilatorily in a sentence
adv.
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Definition
DILATORILY: in a manner that causes delay or procrastination.
Sample Sentences
- The committee acted dilatorily, delaying the decision that many had been eagerly awaiting.
- Despite the urgency of the situation, the response came dilatorily, causing frustration among the stakeholders.
- Her dilatorily paced explanations only served to heighten the tension in the room.
- The negotiations progressed dilatorily, with both sides reluctant to make significant concessions.
- In a dilatorily manner, the lawyer postponed the hearing, much to the chagrin of the plaintiff.