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A "Delaying Action" is a tactic that is pretty self explanatory.
Delaying Action: "The purpose of a delaying action is to effect maximum delay to the enemy without committing the friendly force to decisive action. It is employed to avoid breaking before superior hostile force; to gain time or to improve the situation with reference to observation, cover, and field of fire; and to maneuver the enemy into a position in which he may be more effectively attacked."
In other words, a delaying action is meant to hold back the enemy. This could be to cover a retreat or to give time for reinforcements to arrive.
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