χρονίζω chronízō

Meaning

to take time, i.e. linger

In the King James Version: delay, tarry

Derivation: from G5550 (χρόνος);

Where it is used

• Matthew 24:48 But suppose that servant is wicked and says in his heart, ‘My master will be away a long time.’
• Matthew 25:5 When the bridegroom was delayed, they all became drowsy and fell asleep.
• Luke 1:21 Meanwhile, the people were waiting for Zechariah and wondering why he took so long in the temple.
• Luke 12:45 But suppose that servant says in his heart, ‘My master will be a long time in coming,’ and he begins to beat the menservants and maidservants, and to eat and drink and get drunk.
• Hebrews 10:37 For, “In just a little while, He who is coming will come and will not delay.