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tactful
adjective
showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people
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adjective
showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people
“by diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone”
adjective
having or showing a sense of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others
“she was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion”
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by diplomatic conduct he avoided antagonizing anyone
a tactful way of correcting someone
the agency got the kid-glove treatment on Capitol Hill
she was tactful enough not to shatter his illusion
a tactful remark eased her embarrassment
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