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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
See All Example Sentences for politic
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
Adjective
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The summit comes at a crucial juncture in the more than three-year war, with intensifying diplomatic efforts to broker ceasefires, driven by pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to end the fighting.—
John Leicester,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2025
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That was a diplomatic answer perhaps designed to avoid offending Trump.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
27 Mar. 2025
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To be sure, there are always inefficiencies in any organization, especially one as large as the US government, and removing inefficiencies is prudent.—
Kumar Mehta,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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The Corleones might suggest keeping friends close and enemies closer — a rule of thumb that proved prudent for Costello as well.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
20 Mar. 2025
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Though he was disappointed by the loss, Page didn't demonstrate any further wrestling tactics on Seacrest and ended the show with a polite handshake.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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His boss and co-worker remember him as quiet, polite and professional.—
James Bandler,
ProPublica,
25 Mar. 2025
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They’re required to see the race from inside the car (immersed in the on-track action), but also from the pits (making tactical adjustments) and from the operations center (where analysts interpret vast streams of data).—
John Cairney,
Sportico.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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In contrast, Barca and Atleti have recognizable tactical strategies.—
Brett Koremenos,
The Athletic,
21 Mar. 2025
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And there may come a time for a respectful adult child to take control over many matters in a parent’s life so as to preserve that life.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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But just being in a respectful environment, usually the response is good.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Mar. 2025
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Here, Forbes Coaches Council members share wise strategies for tactfully and strategically highlighting your contributions at work.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Speaking of family, Nivola’s parents gave him some wise advice.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
16 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Written by Celia Marks and a team of editors at Southern Living Magazine, the party cookbook is brimming with sensible, tactful advice about issuing invitations, entertaining in limited spaces and seating arrangements.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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All right, is this the first tactful move Danielle has made all season?—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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TCAs work about as well as SSRIs/SNRIs but can sometimes cause less desirable side effects, such as dry mouth, sleepiness, weight gain, and trouble urinating.6 Summary Benadryl is an antihistamine medication taken to treat mild to severe allergic reactions.—
Alex Yampolsky,
Verywell Health,
19 Mar. 2025
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The covetable object, and the desirable image, has its own hidden price.—
Rebecca Mead,
The New Yorker,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Politic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/politic. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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