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tactfulness

[takt-fuhl-nis] / ˈtækt fəl nɪs /


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Don’t get me wrong here—I’m sure it’s upsetting to listen to your sister-in-law talk trash about your church and religion, but other than the lack of tactfulness, it’s her right to do so.

From Slate ● Jun. 22, 2021

They must be greeted with respect, compassion and tactfulness.

From Time Magazine Archive

It makes no difference how great his natural endowments may be, if he be wanting in these elements his success will be restricted to a narrow sphere; and the greatest of these is tactfulness.

From The Writings of Thomas Jefferson Library Edition - Vol. 6 (of 20) by Thomas Jefferson

Rupert's behaviour at home, since his brother's wedding, had been, as even Molly was bound to admit to herself, beyond reproach in tactfulness, quiet dignity, and seeming cheerfulness.

From The Light of Scarthey by Egerton Castle

Franklin was somewhat impressed with the swiftness of acquaintanceships and of general affairs in this new land, but he retained his own tactfulness and made polite assurances of aid should it become possible.

From The Girl at the Halfway House A Story of the Plains by Emerson Hough




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