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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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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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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
According to a July 2024 Wisconsin Elections Commission draft guidance memo, the use of drop boxes is not mandatory and is at the discretion of the municipal clerk.
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D.l. Davis, Journal Sentinel, 25 Oct. 2024
According to the lawsuit, Shelton claimed a Clippers executive sought health information about Leonard, an NBA Finals MVP, emphasizing the need for discretion as the player became increasingly disgruntled with the Spurs’ organization.
—Janis Carr, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
However, vacationers are free to change the amount at their discretion.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2024
Like vouchers, program eligibility and funding is up to the state's discretion.
—Hannah Pinski, The Courier-Journal, 15 Oct. 2024
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D.l. Davis, Journal Sentinel, 25 Oct. 2024
According to the lawsuit, Shelton claimed a Clippers executive sought health information about Leonard, an NBA Finals MVP, emphasizing the need for discretion as the player became increasingly disgruntled with the Spurs’ organization.
—Janis Carr, The Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2024
However, vacationers are free to change the amount at their discretion.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2024
Like vouchers, program eligibility and funding is up to the state's discretion.
—Hannah Pinski, The Courier-Journal, 15 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discretion
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What Are The Candidates Missing? Healthcare spending has ballooned to levels that defy fiscal prudence, but healthcare dollars aren’t going to the people who provide it.Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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The market may have wanted a more upbeat outlook for 2025 to support analysts’ projections of low-double-digit percentage earnings growth, but Danaher is known for its conservatism and prudence regarding forward guidance.Jeff Marks, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2024
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The company continues to explore potential strategic transactions, including acquisitions and strategic options involving its subsidiaries.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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Frankly, this option should be baked into the cost, just like the webcam improvements.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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But those seeking restraint and something more clever than the usual carnage will find this talky (in a good way) creeper offers more to chew on than the genre norm.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Perched on a drum riser, Carey balanced forcefulness and restraint, heaviness and subtlety, density and spaciousness.Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
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In her debut monograph, ten Have shares some of her wisdom by articulating four principles for styling, demonstrated by imagery from four seasons.Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2024
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The data collected from all these data points is important and necessary, but the nuggets of wisdom extracted from it all is invaluable.Forbes, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The 6-foot Mejia could be an excellent choice with her passing skills and height.Dan Albano, Orange County Register, 7 Nov. 2024
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His choice for attorney general will be closely watched.Carl Leubsdorf, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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In my opinion, discipline is the backbone of success in both running and business.Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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If Trump loses, Republicans will bemoan his lack of discipline, selecting Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) as his running mate and not employing Nikki Haley on the campaign trail.Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 5 Nov. 2024
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The design will focus on early Santa Clara canning days, with Ainsley Family memorabilia to give it a sense of history.Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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With the new year right around the corner, Lopez hopes to maintain a sense of balance, but also to grow.Jackie Fields, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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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 22 Nov. 2024.
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