
Latency
Understanding Delays
Consider 'latency' for unseen delays rather than immediate ones.

The team didn't notice the latency in the equipment order.
Not Always Bad
'Latency' isn't always negative; it can provide time to prepare or respond.

The latency in the system allowed for a thorough security check.
Expectation Setting
In some contexts, 'latency' suggests expected waiting time.

Our process has a latency of five business days.
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DelayDormancyDowntimeInactivityPause
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