I apologize for the delayed response to your email.
payment
Frequency:
60
%
The delayed payment resulted in late fees.
project
Frequency:
50
%
The delayed project deadline put pressure on the team.
shipment
Frequency:
40
%
The delayed shipment caused inventory shortages.
Idiomatic Expressions for delayed
Phrase: Behind schedule
Meaning: Not progressing as quickly as planned or expected.
Usage: The construction project is behind schedule due to bad weather.