Delay
Delay noun - An instance or period of being prevented from going about one's business.
Protraction and delay are semantically related In some cases you can use "Protraction" instead a noun "Delay".
Protraction
Protraction noun - The act of prolonging something.
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Delay and protraction are semantically related in extension topic. You can use "Delay" instead a noun "Protraction".
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