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retime
 v.— «Other programs are on hold; only the Cruze and Chevy Volt are proceeding at cash-strapped GM, while replacements for the 300C and Dodge Charger exist at Chrysler only as design studies for now and a number of vehicles ready to launch have been “retimed,” in the parlance of one industry insider.» —“2010 Ford Shelby GT500″ by Angus MacKenzie, Todd Lassa, Frank Markus, Matt Stone Motor Trend Jan. 25, 2009. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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