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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 pay someone for services or work done.

to move smoothly over a surface with a twisting, sliding motion, like a snake

Made or become larger or more extensive.

To have or own something; to hold a quality or characteristic.

To delay or block progress by refusing to cooperate or answer

to provide support or foundation for; to strengthen