as in manners
the ability to deal with others in touchy situations without offending them
that candidate is thought to lack the diplomacy necessary in dealing with people of power and influence
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Recent Examples of diplomacy
The words, which the Russian foreign ministry says amount to a direct Ukrainian threat, are overshadowing an event which would otherwise mark a culmination of significant wins for the Kremlin on the Ukrainian battlefield and, crucially, in international diplomacy.
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Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
Several world leaders have initiated travel to New Delhi and Islamabad to engage in quiet diplomacy.
—Faisal Kutty, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
In multiple rounds of diplomacy in 2014 and 2015, after Russia’s takeover of Crimea and incursion into Ukraine’s Donbas region, France and Germany expended more effort on a cosmetic cessation of hostilities than on solving the underlying problems of regional security.
—Liana Fix, Foreign Affairs, 1 May 2025
Cahn will discuss Netflix’s hit drama series, the nuances of crafting narratives about diplomacy and international relations, the impact of reuniting with fellow ‘West Wing’ alum Allison Janney, and much more.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2025
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Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
Several world leaders have initiated travel to New Delhi and Islamabad to engage in quiet diplomacy.
—Faisal Kutty, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 May 2025
In multiple rounds of diplomacy in 2014 and 2015, after Russia’s takeover of Crimea and incursion into Ukraine’s Donbas region, France and Germany expended more effort on a cosmetic cessation of hostilities than on solving the underlying problems of regional security.
—Liana Fix, Foreign Affairs, 1 May 2025
Cahn will discuss Netflix’s hit drama series, the nuances of crafting narratives about diplomacy and international relations, the impact of reuniting with fellow ‘West Wing’ alum Allison Janney, and much more.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diplomacy
Noun
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This is not so much a question of good manners as good visibility.—
Judith Martin,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Leighton said being respectful of the flight crew, keeping your stuff in order, disposing of your trash responsibly, and just generally minding your manners make the flying experience more pleasant for everyone.—
Zach Wichter,
USA TODAY,
12 Mar. 2025
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Entering the second round of the 2025 PGA Championship, all players remained healthy and the field remained in tact.—
Savannah Leigh Richardson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 May 2025
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Back to third in the Premier goes Newcastle United, Champions League aims in tact.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Common effects include nausea, vomiting and extreme sensitivity to light and sound.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2025
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In one analysis, participants who slept less than six hours for several nights experienced hormonal changes that increased appetite, decreased insulin sensitivity and elevated cortisol levels (the stress hormone that, in excess, can impair immunity and gut function).—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Noun
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Prince William is stepping out with King Charles and Queen Camilla to recognize recipients of the U.K.'s highest honors for gallantry.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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Foster a Climate That Is Inclusive, Not Exclusive There is a back story to Crazy Horse's battlefield gallantry.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes,
14 Dec. 2024
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The top candidate, Clifford Levy, a deputy managing editor at the Times, withdrew his name from consideration.—
Clare Malone,
New Yorker,
12 May 2025
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That these victims deserve our consideration, well wishes and financial support should not be controversial.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
11 May 2025
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“Diplomacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diplomacy. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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