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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Delinquency' in a Sentence

"Failure in or neglect of duty or obligation; dereliction; default. Delinquency specifically refers to a lapse or failure to fulfill one's responsibilities, such as not meeting financial obligations or neglecting duties." more

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The delinquency of the little squirrel made it difficult for him to find his lost acorn.
The little bunny showed delinquency in following its mother's hopping pattern.

Delinquency

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nounFailure in or neglect of duty or obligation; dereliction; default. Delinquency specifically refers to a lapse or failure to fulfill one's responsibilities, such as not meeting financial obligations or neglecting duties.

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