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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
Adjective
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Steven Erlanger is the chief diplomatic correspondent in Europe and is based in Berlin.—
Steven Erlanger,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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In less diplomatic parlance, perhaps that can be translated more bluntly as: Anything can happen.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Her action was no surprise—judges don’t tend to be well disposed toward efforts to bump them off cases, which is why prudent litigants are wary of making such requests.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2025
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Not all stocks will weather the storm equally, but undervalued, dividend-paying companies—particularly those with strong balance sheets and a track record of prudent capital discipline—are well-positioned to navigate the turbulence.—
John Buckingham,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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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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For a man who, by his own admission, struggles to find emotional balance, Pereira has gone a considerable way towards restoring a tactical one by sacrificing a little of the attacking freedom O’Neil created in exchange for more defensive control.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2025
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The best fractional partners should be able to demonstrate not just tactical execution but also strategic planning that aligns with your business objectives.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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But the guardians, while respectful of Nick's commander status, insist on recording the incident.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Keith continued, admonishing his crowd and reminding them to be respectful not only to him, but to their fellow concertgoers.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
7 Apr. 2025
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Mid-soul-searching, a wise friend suggested something.—
Jed Brewer,
Rolling Stone,
1 Apr. 2025
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Getting struck by lightning might not sound like a very wise idea to us, but for one tropical tree species, an occasional zap is a good thing.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
31 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
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However, for industries with short value chains, such as data and information services or software companies, forming a joint venture will invariably require joining forces with an existing or future competitor and is therefore less desirable.—
Raj Sharma,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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In a hot market, appraisal gaps became commonplace in the most desirable neighborhoods and price points.—
TC Brown,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Politic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/politic. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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