1
as in prudence
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
we'll rely on your discretion in handling this accusation of cheating
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2
as in option
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
ambassadorships are generally regarded as subject to the president's discretion
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3
as in restraint
the checking of one's true feelings and impulses when dealing with others
in that job you'll be expected to show discretion and act like a professional at all times
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Recent Examples of discretion
All prize details will be determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion and will be final and binding on all entrants into the Sweepstakes.
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Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 Mar. 2025
How to strike the right balance Sharing the exact right amount about your personal life at work requires some self-awareness and professional discretion, Grant says.
—Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2025
If passed by the New York Legislature, Hochul’s sweeping proposal would, among other changes, hand discretion back to prosecutors from judges regarding what — and when — information defendants are entitled to while a criminal case makes its way to trial.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 2 Mar. 2025
The laws that protect our borders are crucial, but so is applying them with fairness and discretion.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
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Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 Mar. 2025
How to strike the right balance Sharing the exact right amount about your personal life at work requires some self-awareness and professional discretion, Grant says.
—Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 5 Mar. 2025
If passed by the New York Legislature, Hochul’s sweeping proposal would, among other changes, hand discretion back to prosecutors from judges regarding what — and when — information defendants are entitled to while a criminal case makes its way to trial.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 2 Mar. 2025
The laws that protect our borders are crucial, but so is applying them with fairness and discretion.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discretion
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Navigating Political and Ethical Considerations of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve By embracing bitcoin as a vital national reserve asset, the United States positions itself at the forefront of economic innovation, fiscal prudence, and visionary thinking.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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What critics of interventionism have historically sought is prudence in foreign affairs – avoiding unnecessary wars while ensuring the protection of core national interests.—
Andrew Latham,
The Conversation,
3 Mar. 2025
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Finally, staff provided three options to the City Council for the location of the firing range for officers.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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There’s also an option to define bedtime, during which the device isn’t available.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
17 Mar. 2025
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Sullivan was being held on charges of assault, kidnapping, unlawful restraint, cruelty to persons and reckless endangerment before she was released on Thursday after posting $300,000 bail.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2025
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Sullivan, a 56-year-old Connecticut woman, has been charged with assault, kidnapping, unlawful restraint, cruelty and reckless endangerment.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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Persuaded by the wisdom of all this, Queen Morgaise relents with a smile — but also leaves Elaida at the White Tower to monitor the situation.—
Sean T. Collins,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2025
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Critics question the wisdom of linking the full faith and credit of the US government to a purely speculative, highly volatile asset.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN,
13 Mar. 2025
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With four recent sales before the start of the spring market, Sunnybrook Villas is proving to be a top choice for homebuyers seeking quality and convenience in northwest Olathe.—
Prime Development,
Kansas City Star,
16 Mar. 2025
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This disparity created an uneven playing field, in which issues in Calumet City were overshadowed, preventing our residents from fully understanding the stakes and choices before them.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Mar. 2025
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Yet, despite the Jayhawks’ inarguable strengths, there were times throughout the current season when Self’s men looked lackluster, tossing on-court discipline and good form to the wind.—
Andy Frye,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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As the Web3 ecosystem continues to evolve, those who can bridge these worlds—who can operate with the discipline of traditional finance while harnessing the dynamism of decentralized innovation—will be the ones who define the future.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
19 Mar. 2025
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Migraine With Aura About 25% of people with migraines experience an aura, a temporary, reversible change in their senses.—
Janelle McSwiggin, MSN,
Health,
17 Mar. 2025
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Rather than surprising the audience with the plane crash that sets off Death’s design, each iteration of the script opens with a sense of foreboding that something is wrong.—
Todd Gilchrist,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2025
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This preference is more popular amongst Millennials (67%) compared to Boomers (37%).—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes,
10 Feb. 2023
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That preference was on display in August last year, when the KMT’s Hsia visited China amid lingering tensions over Pelosi’s visit.—
Bloomberg.com,
Bloomberg.com,
7 Feb. 2023
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“Discretion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discretion. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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