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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

temporise

/ˈtɛmpəraɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does temporise mean?

verb

to delay or put off something, especially by making excuses or pretending to be busy.

Example

"She tried to temporise by saying she was busy, but her colleagues saw through her excuse."

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