delinquency
/dɪˈlɪŋkwənsi/
noun
- Minor crime or bad behavior, especially by young people.
- His delinquency included skipping school and vandalizing property.
- The program aims to reduce juvenile delinquency in the city.
- Community centers offer activities to keep kids away from delinquency.
- Failure to pay a debt or fulfill a financial obligation on time.
- The bank sent a notice about the delinquency on his loan.
- The company reported an increase in mortgage delinquencies.
- Her credit score dropped because of a delinquency on her credit card.
- Neglect of a duty or responsibility.
- Delinquency in filing taxes can result in penalties.
- The report cited delinquency in maintaining safety standards.
- The manager was fired for delinquency in his supervisory duties.
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