play for time
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"The RFU can play for time all it likes, but this is a mass movement by a stronger, united team," said a spokesperson for the collective.
From BBC • Jan. 9, 2025
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s prime minister, is known as a man who likes to play for time and postpone big decisions.
From New York Times • May 8, 2024
Androulakis dismissed Mitsotakis’ comments on Monday as a bid to play for time, saying the prime minister “methodically avoided providing explanations.”
From Washington Times • Aug. 8, 2022
In some cases, the lawsuits may only be a play for time.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 27, 2022
The man who had been declared dead knew that he must play for time.
From When Egypt Went Broke by Day, Holman
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