delay the finish line
[dɪˈleɪ ðə ˈfɪnɪʃ laɪn]
verb phrase
adiar a chegada, retardar o final
1. To postpone or slow down the completion or conclusion of something; to extend the time before reaching an endpoint or goal
The construction delays will delay the finish line for the new stadium by several months.
Os atrasos na construção vão adiar a chegada/conclusão do novo estádio em vários meses.
2. In sports or racing contexts, to extend the race or competition by slowing progress toward victory
The runner's injury could delay the finish line for the entire team.
A lesão do atleta pode retardar o final da corrida para todo o time.
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