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Idiom: Play For Time

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To delay a situation until one is prepared.

Example Sentences

1
She pretended to be busy to play for time before making a decision.
2
The lawyer asked for a recess to play for time and gather more evidence.
3
The negotiator used delaying tactics to play for time and reach a better agreement.
4
He requested an extension on his deadline, hoping to play for time and finish the project.
5
The politician avoided answering the question directly to play for time during the interview.

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