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temporize

verb

/ˈtɛmpəˌraɪz/

Meaning

To delay making a decision or taking action in order to gain time.

The politician temporized when asked about the controversial issue.

stall, delay, procrastinate, hedge, evade

decide, act

temporize on issues, temporize in negotiations, temporize under pressure

to persuade someone gently or gradually to do something

to move upwards or increase in level or amount

To form a theory or set of ideas to explain something.

to roll or toss about in a confused or disorderly way; to be in turmoil

Make something clear; explain in detail.

To break free from confinement or control; to get away.