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Definition of Temporises
1. temporise [v] - See also: temporise
Lexicographical Neighbors of Temporises
Literary usage of Temporises
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Life and Times of Sir John Charles Molteno, K.C.M.G., First Premier of by Percy Alport Molteno (1900)
"... temporises—Disregards Ministers' advice—Ministers' preparations—They urge
vigorous action— Mazeppa Bay Landing—Relations of Imperial and Colonial ..."
2. The Wars of Succession of Portugal and Spain, from 1826 to 1840: With Résumé by William Bollaert (1870)
"... active—Do Haber's loan annulled—French Carlist loans, but no cash—England
inclined to assist Isabella; Louis Philippe temporises —Carnicer and Cabrera, ..."
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