An idiom describing the purposeful timing change of a specific maneuver within a sequence of maneuvers or methods by delaying its execution - with the intent to confuse, distract, or otherwise confound the opponent(s).

Comments:

Delayed Movement differs from Broken Rhythm in that this tactic refers to a specific method of Braking Rhythm.

Delayed Movement is related to Rhythmic Pattern in that Delayed Movement often is used with Rhythmic Patterns.

Delayed Movement is related to Regulating within the Formulation Equation in that Delayed Movement can be considered a form of Regulating through Timing.

Synonym(s):

Retarded

Opposite(s):

Continuity of Motion

Related Definition(s):

Compensate, Maintain, Move, Regulate, Timing

Related Term(s):

Broken Rhythm, Compressing Distance, Conditioned Response, Dead Motion, Dead Space, Depth Deception, Diversified Flow of Action, False Distance, Flow of Action, Formulation Equation, Lock-out, Momentary Conditioning, Psychological Weapon, Relaxation Response Mechanism, Strategic Ploy, Quarter Beat Timing, Rhythmic Pattern