Let's defer the decision until we have more information.
defer deadline
Frequency:
60
%
I have to defer the deadline for submitting the report.
defer action
Frequency:
50
%
We will defer action on this matter for now.
defer responsibility
Frequency:
40
%
He decided to defer responsibility to someone else.
Idiomatic Expressions for defer
Phrase: defer gratification
Meaning: to delay immediate satisfaction for a greater reward in the future
Usage: It's important to learn how to defer gratification in order to achieve long-term goals.