1. to act evasively in order to gain time, avoid argument, or postpone a decision
Usage: third person singular present tense of temporize
2. to comply with the time or occasion; to yield temporarily to current opinion
Usage: formal; third person singular present tense of temporize

Examples

• The politician temporizes when asked about controversial issues.
• She temporizes instead of giving a direct answer to the proposal.
• The committee temporizes while waiting for more information.
• He temporizes with his critics to avoid confrontation.
• The CEO temporizes during negotiations to buy more time.
• Rather than take a firm stance, the candidate temporizes on policy matters.