: having or showing tact
tactfulness
noun
Examples of tactful in a Sentence
He gave a tactful critique of her story.
It was tactful of her not to criticize me in front of my boss.
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Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 20 Nov. 2024
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Samsung’s tactful color grading made in-scene black levels like the oily shimmer of a whale’s fin splashing into the water pop with realistic depth.
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There is nothing tactful, after all, about the prejudices that assault George on every corner.
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Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 20 Nov. 2024
Maintaining transparency, while being tactful throughout your job search, is key to showcasing integrity and distinguishing yourself as a candidate who won’t bolt at the next opportunity.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Samsung’s tactful color grading made in-scene black levels like the oily shimmer of a whale’s fin splashing into the water pop with realistic depth.
—Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 24 May 2024
There is nothing tactful, after all, about the prejudices that assault George on every corner.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Tactful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tactful. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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