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as in diplomatic
having or showing tact
the actor is politic in discussing the aborted film project, being content to say that there were "creative differences"
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as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
it probably would not be politic to tell your boss that his latest idea is the worst thing you've ever heard
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Recent Examples of politic
Austin, the retired general with the little flag pin on his suit lapel, was the more politic witness.
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Washington Post, 28 Sep. 2021
Again, the park ranger pondered the most politic response.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Mar. 2022
For his part, Márki-Zay didn’t give the most politic concession speech.
—John Fund, National Review, 5 Apr. 2022
But some of those friends were decidedly less politic when contacted by a reporter.
—New York Times, 16 Oct. 2021
See All Example Sentences for politic
Washington Post, 28 Sep. 2021
Again, the park ranger pondered the most politic response.
—Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Mar. 2022
For his part, Márki-Zay didn’t give the most politic concession speech.
—John Fund, National Review, 5 Apr. 2022
But some of those friends were decidedly less politic when contacted by a reporter.
—New York Times, 16 Oct. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for politic
Adjective
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Doug Thompson Corporate charm and diplomatic poise, Doug wants to keep the peace, protect the brand and make sure nobody throws a punch on camera.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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This means now is a very bad time to undermine our diplomatic capabilities, which is exactly what this will do.—
Elizabeth Shackelford,
Chicago Tribune,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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If comparable roles are scarce or offer significantly lower pay, retiring may be prudent.—
Andrew Whalen,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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And being wrong, or holding onto ideas longer than data suggests is prudent, could lead to building expensive instruments that may not add much new knowledge to the world, if they are not engineered to pursue what the universe actually has on offer.—
Sarah Scoles,
JSTOR Daily,
31 July 2025
Adjective
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From a software engineering perspective, being polite is a waste of resources.—
Adrian Bridgwater,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Just be polite and point out the issue at checkout.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Fast or tactical, that race should bring fireworks.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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Lineup experiments, greater trust in youth and more tactical flexibility all suggest Armas is thinking ahead.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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The church continues to serve as a pilgrimage site, and officials plan to keep the process respectful and collaborative, welcoming input from Catholics, Anglicans, and the international community.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 July 2025
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After protracted and respectful… — Tony Buzbee (@TonyBuzbee2) July 18, 2025 A dismissal with prejudice means Sharpe’s accuser cannot refile the same claim against him in the same Las Vegas court.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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Chekhov’s imagination is too wise and subtle for that.—
Philip Metres
July 30,
Literary Hub,
30 July 2025
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Other characters include a talkative nurse, a wise parrot named Leonard, and a grumpy cat named Bitchy.—
Duante Beddingfield,
Freep.com,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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The next step is for the CISO, through tactful negotiation, to secure the CEO's unwavering support.—
Phillimon Zongo,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Her field notes are animated by sympathetic amusement, a tactful astonishment at the sheer evolutionary peculiarity of this creature.—
A.O. Scott,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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The idea is that this type of investment will make the area a more desirable destination and thus lead to all the benefits that come from more foot traffic and spending.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
29 July 2025
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Torus Pak capitalizes on this psychology to make ready meals more desirable, increasing the odds that they are actually eaten.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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“Politic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/politic. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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