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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

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 Castle, Egerton

With much of his father's haughtiness of manner he combined a tactfulness and self-control which his father never exhibited.

From The Political History of England - Vol. X. The History of England from the Accession of George III to the close of Pitt's first Administration by Poole, Reginald Lane

Gallwey smiled a little as he read the document, which, however, was worded with a tactfulness he had scarcely expected from his comrade.

From By Right of Purchase by Bindloss, Harold




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