play for time

US /pleɪ fɔr taɪm/
UK /pleɪ fɔr taɪm/
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ganar tiempo, dilatar

to delay something because you are not ready or need more time to think or act

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The politician tried to play for time during the debate, hoping to gather more information.
El político intentó ganar tiempo durante el debate, esperando reunir más información.
I need to play for time until my backup arrives.
Necesito ganar tiempo hasta que llegue mi refuerzo.