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discretionary
adjective
Having or using the ability to act or decide according to your own discretion or judgment
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dɪˈskɹɛʃən(ə)ɹi
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adjective
Having or using the ability to act or decide according to your own discretion or judgment
“The commission has discretionary power to award extra funds”
adjective
(especially of funds) not earmarked; available for use as needed
“Discretionary funds”
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The commission has discretionary power to award extra funds
Discretionary funds
Discretionary income
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