temporizingly in a sentence
adv.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
TEMPORIZINGLY: in a manner that delays or avoids making a definitive decision, often to gain time or consider options.
Sample Sentences
- He spoke temporizingly, hoping to buy some time before making a decision.
- The negotiator responded temporizingly, carefully weighing each option presented.
- Although the proposal had merits, she temporizingly avoided committing to any specific terms.
- He temporizingly deflected the question, wanting to avoid confrontation during the meeting.
- The committee deliberated temporizingly, unsure of how to proceed with such a contentious issue.