Meaning Of The Word Play for time

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Play for time Meaning

Play for time Definition
Play for time Definition

What's The Definition Of Play for time?

play for time in British English
to delay the outcome of some activity so as to gain time to one's own advantage
to maneuver so as to delay an outcome, gain a respite, etc.
to prolong something in order to gain an advantage; forestall an event or decision
to try to delay doing or saying something definite until you have decided what is the best course of action to take

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