1
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
Fox News is not exactly known for their nuanced (or accurate) takes on politic discourse.
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refinery29.com, 13 Aug. 2020
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
refinery29.com, 13 Aug. 2020
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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In Benghazi, Libya, three of the four people killed in the 2012 terror attack on the U.S. diplomatic mission there were civilian contractors and former U.S. military special forces – Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty.—
Donald J. Mihalek,
ABC News,
19 Feb. 2025
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Zelenskyy’s remarks Wednesday came shortly before he was expected to meet with Keith Kellogg, the U.S. special envoy for Ukraine and Russia as part of the administration’s recent diplomatic blitz.—
Hanna Arhirova,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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To be prudent, the organization is making small changes like limiting travel, and only stocking up on supplies for short term needs.—
Selena Simmons-Duffin,
NPR,
8 Feb. 2025
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The prudent move for both parties would be another restructure that would free up some cap space.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
5 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Dressed in a colorful smoking jacket, an accentuating cravat and pencil-thin mustache, his get-up is almost as refined as his compliments, which are so detailed and nimbly assembled that even the politest group of word-spitters would be thoroughly impressed.—
Stefano Montali,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2025
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Donald’s giving voice to what polite society sort of sat on for a while, things that are felt but that no one is articulating.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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With respect to tactical fit, Chilwell and Evan Ferguson (Brighton & Hove Albion to West Ham United on loan) were deemed the best fits for their new clubs with scores of 45 and 43, respectively.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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Tariffs are more of a 'tactical weapon' to achieve goals, market expert says.—
Fox News,
Fox News,
13 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Thank you for being so kind and respectful to me always!!!!!!—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
19 Feb. 2025
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Even The Nun’s Story, an agnostic’s film but one of Fred Zinnemann’s finest, was respectful.—
Armond White,
National Review,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Plunkett is not the first critic to trouble the popular conception of Frost as a wise woodsman dispensing comfort and inspiration.—
Maggie Doherty,
The New Yorker,
24 Feb. 2025
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The decision to put Kreider in over Kyle Connor, who has 30 goals this year, did not end up looking like a wise one.—
Arthur Staple,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Social media has sabotaged the tactful rule against mentioning social events to people who were not invited.—
Judith Martin,
The Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2025
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Tonight: Check your finances. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) ★★★ Go easy and be tactful today, because your dealings with close friends, spouses and partners might be difficult.—
Georgia Nicols,
The Denver Post,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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That said, having muscles is still desirable, and something those who are used to their muscles may take for granted.—
David Oliver,
USA TODAY,
16 Feb. 2025
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Funnily enough, bark watches were not very desirable in the past.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Politic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/politic. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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