[Grammar] "Put off for 10 days" or "put off by 10 days"?

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himalai

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"Put off for 10 days" or "put off by 10 days"? Which one is correct, please?

Also, "Postpone by 10 days" or "Postpone for 10 days"??

Thanks!!!!
 

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I think so the use of FOR is better here.
(ps a teacher would explain you in a much better way)
 

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Could anyone else (teacher, as suggested) explain, please? Thanks!!
 

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"Put off for (a period of) 10 days". Does this help you to understand?
 

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Sorry for delaying my reply. Yes, it's clear now. Thank you!!
 
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