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TEMPORIZE

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Temporize.

Temporize - as a verb

Draw out a discussion or process in order to gain time

Example: "The speaker temporized in order to delay the vote"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
temporise

Example Sentences

"I didn't want to make a decision right away, so I had to temporize."
"She tends to temporize when faced with difficult choices."
"He always tries to temporize rather than taking a firm stance."
"The politician decided to temporize on the issue to avoid controversy."
"It is important not to temporize when immediate action is necessary."
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Word Game Points

Is TEMPORIZE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, temporize is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TEMPORIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is TEMPORIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, temporize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TEMPORIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is TEMPORIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, temporize is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TEMPORIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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