Temporize in a Sentence  ðŸ”Š

Definition of Temporize

to lengthen a discussion in order to have additional time to think or negotiate

Examples of Temporize in a sentence

Because we could not reach an agreement, we chose to break for refreshments in order to temporize.  ðŸ”Š

The hostage negotiator has no choice but to temporize with the kidnapper by offering to send in food and drinks.  ðŸ”Š

In hopes of moving their test to next week, the students will temporize at the beginning of class.  ðŸ”Š

My persistent daughter will try to temporize when we refuse to extend her curfew.  ðŸ”Š

If the owner turns down our first purchase offer, we will ask him to temporize so we can make another bid.  ðŸ”Š

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