Example
“The lawyers requested a recess to play for time while they reviewed the new evidence.”
Dictionary details
Related idioms
Expressions connected by reviewed component words or topic tags.
in the nick of time
Neutral · CEFR B1
at the latest moment when success is still possible
stand the test of time
Neutral · CEFR B2
to remain effective, admired, or valuable over a long period
crunch time
Informal · CEFR B2
the final, high-pressure period before a deadline
play with fire
Neutral · CEFR B2
to take a serious risk that is likely to bring harmful consequences
playbook
Neutral · CEFR B2
a set of proven methods, tactics, and moves for a given situation
race against time
Neutral · CEFR B2
a desperate hurry to finish before a deadline
Source methodology
Meanings, register, CEFR, and examples come from the reviewed dictionary record. Expression notes may describe a reviewed present-day word picture or a background note; they are not presented as verified etymology.