Why did the wooers defer the plot to kil Telemachus?

The wooers deferred the plot to kill Telemachus because they feared the potential consequences of such an act. Telemachus, the son of Odysseus, was seen as a threat to their ambitions of marrying Penelope and taking control of her wealth. Additionally, they hoped that by allowing him to return from his journey, they could continue to manipulate the situation to their advantage without inciting further conflict. Ultimately, they underestimated Telemachus's resolve and the support he might garner.