English Expression · Intermediate
buy time
gain extra time
Pronunciation: /baɪ taɪm/
Meaning
To create a delay or gain additional time in order to accomplish something.
Example
The extra funding bought us time to finish the project.
The extra funding bought us time to finish the project.
Practice tips
- Practice buy time out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.