as in diplomacy
the ability to deal with others in touchy situations without offending them
with supreme tact, Isabel suggested to her neighbor that her flower garden was probably not the best place for his dog to use as a bathroom
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Recent Examples of tact
Those tunnels, which it's believed may have been used to store some of Iran's stocks of highly enriched uranium, were hit, but they are thought to be largely in tact.
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Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 26 June 2025
Three corners of the brownie remained in tact, but the missing chunk from the center has left the brownie looking pretty unusual, sparking plenty of amused comments from viewers.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
The most successful and influential leaders in these complex times will be the ones who find ways to navigate seemingly contradictory elements with tact and purpose.
—Cynthia Pong, Jd, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
The Black dandy flippantly devalues the bourgeoisie—not with talk, but with tact and taste.
—Akilah Sailers, Essence, 28 Apr. 2025
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Geoff Brumfiel, NPR, 26 June 2025
Three corners of the brownie remained in tact, but the missing chunk from the center has left the brownie looking pretty unusual, sparking plenty of amused comments from viewers.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025
The most successful and influential leaders in these complex times will be the ones who find ways to navigate seemingly contradictory elements with tact and purpose.
—Cynthia Pong, Jd, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
The Black dandy flippantly devalues the bourgeoisie—not with talk, but with tact and taste.
—Akilah Sailers, Essence, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tact
Noun
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Under the Biden administration, for instance, material and rhetorical support for LGBTQ groups abroad was a prominent element of American diplomacy.—
Ari Shaw,
Foreign Affairs,
17 July 2025
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That is particularly true given the present fissures over increasingly divisive Middle East policy questions and the nature of EU diplomacy.—
Garret Martin,
The Conversation,
15 July 2025
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
Noun
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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
Noun
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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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Written with filmmaker Matt Yoka, Possession marries the Band’s Americana with T. Rex’s fuzzy glam, anchored by Segall’s always-stellar guitar gallantry.—
Dan Reilly,
Vulture,
20 May 2025
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The high court ruled unanimously Davis' case can proceed, remanding it back to Wayne County Circuit Court for consideration.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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Whether individual owners can capitalize on these opportunities depends on their specific circumstances and business approach, but the industry trends and financial data make a compelling case for serious consideration.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
23 July 2025
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“Tact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tact. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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