Sentences

dilatorily in a sentence

adv.

📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12

Definition

DILATORILY: in a manner that causes delay or procrastination.

Sample Sentences

  1. The committee acted dilatorily, delaying the decision that many had been eagerly awaiting.
  2. Despite the urgency of the situation, the response came dilatorily, causing frustration among the stakeholders.
  3. Her dilatorily paced explanations only served to heighten the tension in the room.
  4. The negotiations progressed dilatorily, with both sides reluctant to make significant concessions.
  5. In a dilatorily manner, the lawyer postponed the hearing, much to the chagrin of the plaintiff.