Learn · Idioms Time & Timing
Buy time
C1Meaning
To delay something or postpone an action in order to gain an advantage.
Example sentences
He bought time by asking for more information.
The politician bought time by promising further investigation.
Learn · Idioms Time & Timing
To delay something or postpone an action in order to gain an advantage.
He bought time by asking for more information.
The politician bought time by promising further investigation.