discreet

Example Sentences

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If leaving without a goodbye could cause confusion or concern, a discreet farewell—whether whispered to the host or sent via text—strikes the perfect balance between tradition and modern convenience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of late Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei who has been appointed as the new head of the Islamic republic, is a discreet figure who offers continuity of his father's hardline leadership.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

So the device isn’t as discreet in some regards, but future models might be harder to spot.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

While clip-on microphones and other small yet mighty audio devices are genuinely good for discreet sound recording, the tiny microphone makes everything about itself.

From Salon • Jan. 11, 2026

“While I do wish they were perhaps a bit more discreet in their work...I can’t deny that this is twice this month that they've saved us from a rather rare and unfortunate accident.”

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland