This verb means to hesitate or delay doing something, often from caution, fear, or reluctance. In Acts 9:38, the disciples at Joppa sent urgently to Peter with the plea, 'Do not delay in coming to us' (regarding Tabitha's death). The word carries emotional weight—they fear any delay might mean missed opportunity (though Tabitha was already dead, they hoped for divine intervention). Classical usage includes shrinking from action due to shame, fear, or scruple. The urgent negative command ('do not delay!') underscores the disciples' desperate hope.