as in manners
the ability to deal with others in touchy situations without offending them
that candidate is thought to lack the diplomacy necessary in dealing with people of power and influence
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Recent Examples of diplomacy
Elizabeth was lauded for her diplomacy, poise and devotion to public service.
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 July 2025
To give time for this to happen, the E3 have set a deadline of the end of August to revive diplomacy.
—Reuters, NBC news, 25 July 2025
In a bid to de-escalate, the E3 are floating a temporary extension of the sanctions deadline, contingent on Iranian commitments to diplomacy and international nuclear oversight.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 July 2025
On Tuesday, Vietnamese prime minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed the need for enhancing economic diplomacy at an event in Hanoi.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 24 July 2025
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 July 2025
To give time for this to happen, the E3 have set a deadline of the end of August to revive diplomacy.
—Reuters, NBC news, 25 July 2025
In a bid to de-escalate, the E3 are floating a temporary extension of the sanctions deadline, contingent on Iranian commitments to diplomacy and international nuclear oversight.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 July 2025
On Tuesday, Vietnamese prime minister Pham Minh Chinh stressed the need for enhancing economic diplomacy at an event in Hanoi.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 24 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diplomacy
Noun
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This is not so much a question of good manners as good visibility.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Minding your manners will make the trip better for everyone.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
12 Mar. 2025
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Sharapova returned to tennis in 2016, her reputation slightly tarnished but her celebrity still in tact.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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How naive of me to expect that those in the public eye would at least pretend to possess tact, diplomacy, magnanimity and graciousness rather than bark and growl like an angry pit bull on a thick clanking chain.—
Louis Balsamo,
Baltimore Sun,
25 June 2025
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The recall affects all lot codes of the product, which could pose a serious health risk to individuals with milk allergies or sensitivities.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 July 2025
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The name changes have sparked lively debate of fairness and sensitivity well beyond sports fans.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Queen Elizabeth later awarded Beaton the George's Cross, Britain’s highest civilian award for gallantry, for his role in saving her daughter’s life, and bestowed honors on Callender, as well as the other policemen and onlookers who intervened.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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The convergence of reason and gallantry, of irony and affection, struck a teasing tone.—
Merve Emre,
New Yorker,
16 June 2025
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However, its implementation also requires careful consideration of potential risks.—
Srikumar Ramanathan,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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The bills, filed for consideration during the 2026 legislative session, involve a variety of cities, counties and state agencies, but the largest proposals seek compensation because of actions of the Florida Department of Children and Families.—
Jim Saunders,
Sun Sentinel,
4 Aug. 2025
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“Diplomacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diplomacy. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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