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as in diplomatic
having or showing tact
the actor is politic in discussing the aborted film project, being content to say that there were "creative differences"
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as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
it probably would not be politic to tell your boss that his latest idea is the worst thing you've ever heard
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Recent Examples of politic
Fox News is not exactly known for their nuanced (or accurate) takes on politic discourse.
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refinery29.com, 13 Aug. 2020
Again, the park ranger pondered the most politic response.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Mar. 2022
For his part, Márki-Zay didn’t give the most politic concession speech.
—John Fund, National Review, 5 Apr. 2022
But some of those friends were decidedly less politic when contacted by a reporter.
—New York Times, 16 Oct. 2021
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refinery29.com, 13 Aug. 2020
Again, the park ranger pondered the most politic response.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Mar. 2022
For his part, Márki-Zay didn’t give the most politic concession speech.
—John Fund, National Review, 5 Apr. 2022
But some of those friends were decidedly less politic when contacted by a reporter.
—New York Times, 16 Oct. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for politic
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Grenell brings significant diplomatic experience from Trump's first administration, having served as U.S. Ambassador to Germany, special presidential envoy for Serbia and Kosovo peace negotiations, and acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI).Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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While any such effort will naturally involve U.S. military capabilities, planning must also incorporate interagency efforts as well including diplomatic engagement, political influence and economic diplomacy, among a host of other actions.Daniel R. Green, Baltimore Sun, 15 Dec. 2024
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As the nation appears to be in one form of transition or another, transitioning to a position of safety may not just be prudent but also quite wise.Ron Insana, CNBC, 9 Dec. 2024
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All in all, a prudent categorization in this context cannot do something blindly such as purely relying on the number of words.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Then Threads, which has a little bit of an issue of feeling kind of like LinkedIn and being very polite, but then has that benefit of Meta being able to push users from Instagram to Thread.Lauren Goode, WIRED, 12 Dec. 2024
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The level of outward emotional expression here is simply kept at a level true to figures who may inwardly be reaching their boiling point, but are still held back by self-respect and polite manners.Dennis Harvey, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
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The stationing of these tactical weapons in Belarus, which shares a 673-mile border with Ukraine, enables Russian aircraft and missiles to target potential sites more efficiently.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Dispatchers were informed of the situation at about 1:26 a.m., with the first Indianapolis Fire Department tactical dive team arriving at 1:32 a.m.Noe Padilla, The Indianapolis Star, 9 Dec. 2024
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Despite clear ideological differences between Trump and former Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, a leftist, the two leaders managed to forge a relationship that was transactional and ultimately respectful.Brian Winter, Foreign Affairs, 10 Dec. 2024
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Some toxic relational patterns spotlighted within this trend aim to expose and dismantle the societal structures that women, unfortunately, experience in heteronormative relationships, with the hopes of challenging these hurtful norms to create equity and respectful relationships.Dominique Fluker, Essence, 3 Dec. 2024
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Only 38% of parents consider becoming a content creator to be a wise career choice.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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This approach would be wiser than pushing for a package of immediate and flashy short-term concessions that would damage alliances without realigning them meaningfully.Rush Doshi, Foreign Affairs, 29 Nov. 2024
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The thinking behind this strategy is flawed; however, studios validate feelings that might be misplaced rather than make a tactful argument for why musicals deserve a place on your watchlist.Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 20 Nov. 2024
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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
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Ghost distilleries—closed or mothballed facilities brought back to life—carry historical appeal, scarcity and traditional methods that make their products desirable among collectors and investors alike.Anthony Zhang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Tigers, meanwhile, hoped signing Kenta Maeda last winter could serve as a ground floor for becoming a more desirable destination for international players.Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Politic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/politic. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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