use sth as buffer

Examples (10)

• They used their savings as a buffer against unexpected expenses.
• The small country was used as a buffer state between the two superpowers.
• She often uses humor as a buffer to avoid serious conversations.
• Engineers use rubber gaskets as a buffer to absorb vibrations.
• The company is using its excess inventory as a buffer against supply chain issues.
• A good manager will use her authority as a buffer to protect her team from corporate politics.
• We planted a line of trees to use as a buffer against the noise from the highway.
• The software uses a portion of RAM as a buffer to temporarily store data.
• He used a neutral third party as a buffer during the tense negotiations.
• You can use a temporary job as a buffer while you search for your dream career.