1
as in prudence
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
we'll rely on your discretion in handling this accusation of cheating
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2
as in option
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
ambassadorships are generally regarded as subject to the president's discretion
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as in restraint
the checking of one's true feelings and impulses when dealing with others
in that job you'll be expected to show discretion and act like a professional at all times
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Recent Examples of discretion
Available in 22 shades ranging from universal to deep neutral, the beauty of the Blurring Balm Powder is that it can be applied at the user's discretion.
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Essence Wiley, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
That shift expands officer discretion in ways that invite inconsistency, confusion and avoidable harm.
—Bhupinder Kaur, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
One of the most striking disclosures in the memo is the Police Department's lack of response to Police Oversight concerns, underscoring ongoing tensions about the scope of civilian oversight authority versus the Police Department's discretion over discipline.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
The new policy is a shift in how Kansas law enforcement agencies have traditionally handled releasing footage from use-of-force incidents, which allows considerable discretion in how and when videos are released.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 6 Feb. 2026
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Essence Wiley, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
That shift expands officer discretion in ways that invite inconsistency, confusion and avoidable harm.
—Bhupinder Kaur, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
One of the most striking disclosures in the memo is the Police Department's lack of response to Police Oversight concerns, underscoring ongoing tensions about the scope of civilian oversight authority versus the Police Department's discretion over discipline.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
The new policy is a shift in how Kansas law enforcement agencies have traditionally handled releasing footage from use-of-force incidents, which allows considerable discretion in how and when videos are released.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discretion
Noun
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Over and over again, the owners opt for organizational stagnation and attempt to disguise it as prudence.—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
2 Feb. 2026
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The state police Troop H barracks are nearby but prudence suggested assigning a State Police trooper to the building would be best way to provide an immediate response to a problem.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
24 Jan. 2026
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Specialty shops, coffee shops, boutiques and restaurants could share 200 acres of trails, pocket parks, wooded landscapes and a lazy creek with a combination of residential options.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Feb. 2026
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The summer season will surely attract more families with young kids, but unlike other New England coastal destinations, the main draw in Mystic is not the beach—though there are a few solid options for sun and sand nearby.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Feb. 2026
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Maryland’s budget process is designed to promote transparency and fiscal restraint.—
J.B. Jennings,
Baltimore Sun,
5 Feb. 2026
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The verdict signals that prolonged prone restraint during mental health crises is dangerous, potentially changing how juvenile detention centers handle distressed teens.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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If affordability is today’s most pressing challenge, lawmakers must not confuse volume with wisdom, and instead confront the policies that continue to drive high costs and limit opportunity.—
Carol Platt Liebau,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Just as Clinton Edgar Woods saw the wisdom of combining the advantages of gasoline and electric power, so today’s hybrids could serve as a bridge while battery technology and charging infrastructure continue to mature.—
Bill Gourgey,
Popular Science,
5 Feb. 2026
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The cow or chicken choice seemed rather crucial at the time.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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In this regard, recommendations of top Wall Street analysts can help investors make the right choice, as these experts assign buy ratings after a thorough analysis of a company's fundamentals and its ability to consistently pay dividends.—
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CNBC,
15 Feb. 2026
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As the discipline grew in popularity, Warren’s students began to take home trophies from tournaments across the country and internationally.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Winter Olympics are in full swing in Italy, and athletes from 93 countries are competing in 16 disciplines across eight sports.—
Julianna Duennes Russ,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Feb. 2026
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Much of the crowd has–or knows someone who has, contributed to the sense of community that permeates the space.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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As a three-term Mecklenburg County commissioner, my daily concern is delivering common-sense solutions to our problems as efficiently as possible to keep the tax rate low.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Feb. 2026
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But Gatsby Africa’s insights from those on the ground show that Kenya’s grip on growth is tenuous and largely dependent upon the duty-free benefits afforded by the preference program.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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At 6-foot-10, Šarić could help the Bulls redistribute their size toward bigger lineups, which have become a preference of the front office this season.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Discretion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discretion. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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