deferment
noun
de·fer·ment
di-ˈfər-mənt 
: the act of delaying or postponing
specifically
: official postponement of military service
Examples of deferment in a Sentence
She requested a six-month deferment on her loan.
She requested deferment of her loan.
the policies of military deferment
Recent Examples on the Web
The joint status report also indicates that the Department of Education will provide periodic updates on applications for PSLF Buyback, a program that allows borrowers to request student loan forgiveness credit for certain non-qualifying deferment and forbearance periods.
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Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
Millions are either in forbearance, deferment, or behind on payments.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
Craft a thoughtful letter or email that clearly articulates your reasons for seeking deferment, outlines your plans for the interim period and reaffirms your commitment to attending the following year.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
The deferment of duties, taxes and fees normally applicable upon importation can significantly enhance a company’s financial position by providing cost savings, operational flexibility, and improved cash flow.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2025
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Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
Millions are either in forbearance, deferment, or behind on payments.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025
Craft a thoughtful letter or email that clearly articulates your reasons for seeking deferment, outlines your plans for the interim period and reaffirms your commitment to attending the following year.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
The deferment of duties, taxes and fees normally applicable upon importation can significantly enhance a company’s financial position by providing cost savings, operational flexibility, and improved cash flow.
—Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for deferment
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“Deferment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deferment. Accessed 19 May. 2025.
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deferment
noun
de·fer·ment
di-ˈfər-mənt
: the act of delaying
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