time lags

Definition of time lagsnext
plural of time lag

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for time lags
Noun
  • Spearheaded by The People's Union USA, these spending pauses have lasted anywhere from 24 hours to one week.
    Alex Perry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2025
  • This resulted in the disruption of non-essential public services, including pauses in funding and federal employee salaries, the closure of national parks and administrative delays across federal agencies.
    Lauren Giella, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Users can also select between four timer settings at one-hour intervals.
    Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Make sure the chili is in a microwave-safe container, then use the defrost setting to heat it in short intervals until thawed.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 1 Jan. 2026
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“Time lags.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/time%20lags. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.

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