1
as in intelligent
having or showing good judgment and restraint especially in conduct or speech
he was very discreet, only saying what was necessary
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as in invisible
not readily seen or noticed
with a discreet gesture, she signalled to her husband that she was ready to leave the party
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Malia Griggs, SELF, 21 Nov. 2024
The company also offers the SK hynix Tube T31 1TB - $59.99 (was $89.99)
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II $249.00
These earbuds provide 6 hours of listening time, they've been modified to be more discreet than last year's model, and their sound is Bose-excellent.
—Josh Max, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Telehealth companies offer a convenient and discreet way to receive expert care from the comfort of your home.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 26 Nov. 2024
Secret Nature – Best Delta-8 Disposable Vapes ● 25% off your first order
● More than 15,000 5-star reviews
● Detailed and informative blog
● Fast and discreet shipping
The final brand on our list of best Delta-8 brands is Secret Nature.
—Amplified Content Studio, The Mercury News, 26 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discreet
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By using sound location detection, intelligent voiceprint as well as face, body, and lip recognition technology, Connect tracks the speaker and keeps them center stage with great accuracy.Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Every effort is a step toward raising emotional intelligent children.Kelsey Mora, Contributor, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
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On a nearly invisible corner of 307th Street and 475th Avenue in the middle of Union County, South Dakota, where farmland hugs you from everywhere and the topography begins to roll, is the Nora Store.Angela George, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Yet, beneath the cliché lies a fundamental truth: Culture is the invisible backbone of organizational success.Marius Ivanauskas, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Of course, outdoor activities in cold climates require precautions, including dressing appropriately, staying hydrated, being cautious on icy trails, and pacing oneself.Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Travelers should be cautious, especially along major highways like Interstate 90 and 35, as conditions could remain hazardous.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Unraveling Ahlgren’s scheme relied on the anonymity of cryptocurrency and the assumption that his digital movements would go unnoticed.Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The firm’s commitment to quality and British craftsmanship has not gone unnoticed, and the company was awarded a royal warrant from the then-Prince of Wales in 1996.Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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The prudent uptake is that instilling a purpose is probably better than leaving the slate blank.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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The move is in line with Barra's comments to investors earlier this fall that the company is becoming increasingly prudent in its capital allocation to align production capacity with demand.Jamie L. LaReau, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Petrenko made crucial decisions in an unobtrusive way, shepherding the orchestra toward its best instincts.Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
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The housekeeping staff was diligent, and the management team had a clear emphasis on high touch unobtrusive service, all of which plus the ongoing dance party music throughout bolsters the desire of guests to return soon and frequently to repeat the experience.Eric Fuller, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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Conclusion Being judicious about allocating resources is one of the most important jobs for C-suite technology leaders.Chris Dimitriadis, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
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Sony is similarly judicious with motion smoothing, which irons out choppier images and hard camera pans effectively on the lowest settings, without making film content look weird.Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 22 Sep. 2024
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The physical toll of giving birth is covered up, made as inconspicuous as the children who have left these same marks.Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 27 Oct. 2024
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Just make sure to test the shaving cream on a small, inconspicuous area of the material before applying in larger or more prominent areas.Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2024
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“Discreet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreet. Accessed 26 Dec. 2024.
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