時ときを稼かせぐ

expression, godan verb (-gu)

play for time; use delaying tactics

Used when someone intentionally stalls or delays to gain an advantage, often in negotiations, games, or difficult situations.

• 彼かれは返へん事じを引ひき延のばして時ときを稼かせいだ。

  He played for time by putting off his reply.

• 相あい手てチームはわざとゆっくりプレーして時ときを稼かせいでいる。

  The opposing team is deliberately playing slowly to use delaying tactics.