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

Her design philosophy mirrors her own discreet personality, with a focus on quality and comfort through quiet evolutions, rather than flashy re-invention.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

It turns what ICE hoped would be a discreet operation into a public event.

From Slate • Jan. 16, 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

Following the slow tank at a discreet distance, I had ridden my bike from Indian Village on the East Side all the way to the West.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides