1. the action of delaying or postponing something, especially a task or decision that should be done now
Usage: uncountable; commonly used in academic and workplace contexts

Examples

• Procrastination is a common problem for students who wait until the last minute to study.
• Her procrastination on the project meant she had to work through the weekend.
• Overcoming procrastination requires setting clear deadlines and breaking tasks into smaller steps.
• The deadline passed because of his chronic procrastination.
• Many people struggle with procrastination when facing difficult or unpleasant tasks.
• Procrastination often leads to increased stress and lower-quality work.