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dilatory
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intentionally delaying or slow to act
Example
The dilatory response from the government agencies led to a prolonged resolution of the issue.
His dilatory behavior in meetings often frustrated colleagues who sought timely decision-making.
The court criticized the lawyer for dilatory tactics, leading to unnecessary delays in the trial.
The dilatory tactics employed during negotiations prolonged the agreement process.
The employee's dilatory approach to assignments resulted in missed deadlines and incomplete projects.
