discretion
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So, while federal tax refunds are bigger on average this year, they’re not as big as previously estimated, and people don’t have as much discretion on how to spend them.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
These reports are typically generated by school administrators who have discretion over what gets filed but can face repercussions if an unreported incident later leads to problems.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
“The United States has determined in its prosecutorial discretion that dismissal of this criminal case is in the interests of justice,” the motion filed by U.S.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026
A few schools said they allowed phones to be used at the teacher's discretion, for tasks such as photography.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
But she was waiting and using some discretion.
From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler
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