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Professional Ways to Say "we just need more time"

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Negotiate

out. We just need more time.

It means the speaker wants a delay before making a decision or completing something.

From The Winter Veil, Episode 52

When do people say this?

Scene Context

The speaker says they need more time before they can finish or decide something.

Usage Scenario

Use this in negotiations, arguments, or any situation where you need a delay. It can sound like an excuse if overused.

Better ways to say it

1
We just need more time.
2
We need a little more time.
3
Can we have more time?

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