DEFERMENTS Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

deferments

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The Los Angeles Dodgers have the most money committed to their roster, but in terms of the 2026 payrolls, the Mets are tops in the league due to the Dodgers' deferrals.

— Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026
Critics have also argued that the deferrals delay legitimate payments to vulnerable groups, and could ultimately lead to higher costs for taxpayers if providers reduce services and patients are forced to turn to more expensive forms of care.

— Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 22 July 2026

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