as in cautious
having or showing a close attentiveness to avoiding danger or trouble
she has a reputation for being quiet and circumspect in investigating charges of child abuse
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Recent Examples of circumspect
And some of the most suitable jewels for such circumspect behavior are lockets, designed to conceal words, images or souvenirs of love, passion or commitment.
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Jill Newman, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
Compared to the president’s rhetoric, however, Netanyahu’s response was almost circumspect.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2025
While most world leaders have been circumspect about the levies against Canada, Mexico and China, economists say consumers around the world will face spiraling prices as the supply chains that move goods among countries become more exposed to political risk and therefore costlier.
—Alexander Smith, NBC News, 3 Feb. 2025
Both sets of lawyers were circumspect outside following this morning’s hearing.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2025
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Jill Newman, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
Compared to the president’s rhetoric, however, Netanyahu’s response was almost circumspect.
—Laura King, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2025
While most world leaders have been circumspect about the levies against Canada, Mexico and China, economists say consumers around the world will face spiraling prices as the supply chains that move goods among countries become more exposed to political risk and therefore costlier.
—Alexander Smith, NBC News, 3 Feb. 2025
Both sets of lawyers were circumspect outside following this morning’s hearing.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for circumspect
Adjective
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So for a couple of reasons, the Red Sox are playing it cautious with Anthony, even with the latest foot injury, undoubtedly to the frustration of most of their fan base.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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While public support for cannabis legalization has grown, recent events indicate a more cautious approach.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Be careful not to let in too much moisture to avoid any mildew or mold developing on your mattress.—
Terry Baddoo,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Yet Schlossberg is careful to note that May did not shadow-direct the movie during production.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The study, by the Kearney Consumer Institute, found that consumers are wary of spending.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Europe is wary of sleepwalking back into the trap of reliance on Russian energy resources that caused an energy crisis at the outset of the 2022 invasion and mounting speculation that Europe might reopen its taps has sparked pushback from key European voices.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Circumspect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/circumspect. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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