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circumspect

[sur-kuhm-spekt] / ˈsɜr kəmˌspɛkt /


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But China's own statements have been circumspect, saying it backs the ceasefire but hardly trumpeting its own diplomacy.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

"We are still being very circumspect," the Pakistan source told the BBC, saying that there was a "continued fragility" to the situation.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

On the streets of Beijing this week, locals were circumspect about a visit from the US president.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Asked about the NYPD’s future under Mayor Mamdani, Mr. Harkins is circumspect.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

She was practically an adult now, it seemed—she certainly spoke like one, often more measured and circumspect than her parents.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers




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