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单词 temporize
释义 tem·po·rize
\ˈtempəˌrīz\ verb
(-ed/-ing/-s ; see -ize )
Etymology: Middle French temporiser, from Medieval Latin temporizare to pass the time, from Latin tempor-, tempus time + -izare -ize — more at temporal
intransitive verb
1. : to act to suit the time or occasion : adapt to a situation : bow to practical necessities
2. : to make terms or work out a compromise with someone or between parties
3. : to draw out discussions or negotiations so as to gain time : put off decisive action
 < you'd have to temporize until you found out how she wanted to be advised — Mary Austin >
transitive verb
: extemporize
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