diplomatic
adjective
dip·lo·mat·ic
ˌdi-plə-ˈma-tik 
1
a
b
: exactly reproducing the original
a diplomatic edition
2
: of, relating to, or concerned with the art and practice of conducting negotiations between nations : of, relating to, or concerned with diplomacy or diplomats
diplomatic relations
3
: employing tact and conciliation especially in situations of stress
a diplomatic way to say no
Examples of diplomatic in a Sentence
Negotiators are working to restore full diplomatic relations.
a diplomatic attempt at preventing any hurt feelings
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As of now, more than 40 countries brought together by the United Kingdom are discussing how to reopen the strait through diplomatic means after the war is over.
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This economic reality is mirrored by diplomatic one.
—Boris Muñoz, Time, 3 Apr. 2026
Be diplomatic when dealing with family members today.
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The meeting discussed diplomatic pressure on Iran as well as sanctions if Iran continues to keep the passage closed.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
This economic reality is mirrored by diplomatic one.
—Boris Muñoz, Time, 3 Apr. 2026
Be diplomatic when dealing with family members today.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
The meeting discussed diplomatic pressure on Iran as well as sanctions if Iran continues to keep the passage closed.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
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diplomatic
adjective
dip·lo·mat·ic
ˌdip-lə-ˈmat-ik
1
: of, relating to, or concerned with diplomacy or diplomats
diplomatic relations
2
: tactful
found a diplomatic way to say no
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