discreetly

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Recent Examples of discreetly The facade of the building was retained, with the name of the brand now painted discreetly on the brick as well as awnings that were added to the top-floor windows. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025 This handsome design can work in just about any room in your home and comes equipped with a little bit of drawer storage to discreetly hide any junk. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025 The Fairfield Day Academy campus was just a big, ranch-style house discreetly set in a quiet residential neighborhood. Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2025 The best parts of the film show Noelle discreetly investigating the murder while her male colleagues remain two steps behind her. Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2025 Target’s sale has discounts on thousands of storage furniture pieces, like this soft and roomy fleece bench with a lift-top and this cabinet that discreetly hides and deodorizes trash cans. Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025 Guests are cared for discreetly and personally, with local recommendations and experiences that reflect a true Londoner’s insider knowledge. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2025 Instead of viewing technology as a distraction from intimacy, couples are using it to their advantage; some are experimenting with Bluetooth-enabled toys during video calls, and others are taking foreplay to another level with wearables that discreetly buzz during date night. Essence, 25 Sep. 2025 At night, the large bed is completely encircled by a mosquito net, which discreetly tucks away behind it during the day. Rebekah Peppler, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discreetly
Adverb
  • At the same time, the plan prudently addresses retention of Tesla’s visionary leader through vesting periods of up to 10 years after the grant date.
    Shane Goodwin, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Could Lightfighter – and the imitators likely to follow – even raise interest in track riding, in a world where modern sportbike performance long ago outpaced what could be exploited prudently on public roads?
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • Even so, more than 70% of teens have used AI companions and half use them regularly, according to a recent study from Common Sense Media, a nonprofit that studies and advocates for using screens and digital media sensibly.
    Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
  • The inexperienced head coach has sensibly made only minor tweaks since taking over, sticking with the compact, direct football that has served Brentford so well.
    Phil Hay, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • Jane wisely believed that the best way to reach people was in a kind, nonjudgmental way, but beneath the pragmatism, there was a woman with strong convictions and even some controversial opinions.
    Lisa Wade, Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2025
  • Use parental tools wisely Many devices and apps now include AI activity tracking and chat history settings.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • Yes, the Fed might be able to step in judiciously to prevent retreats from turning into routs.
    Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 21 Sep. 2025
  • Always use jokes and humor judiciously.
    Anne Sugar, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Adverb
  • Listen politely and consider offering a compromise to address any concerns.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
  • In day care, dogs are introduced to a range of new experiences while also learning positive behaviors such as sitting calmly for a nail trim, greeting other dogs politely, or coming when called.
    Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • If Halligan wasn’t validly appointed, the indictment may be legally void.
    Cassandra Burke Robertson, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • But with that said, the city has a fairly robust public transportation system, so out-of-town visitors can get around on Long Beach Transit buses.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Before that, former President Barack Obama oversaw fairly sustained deficit reduction, but that was only after Tea Party Republicans forced his hand in response to his $1 trillion deficit expansion in 2009.
    Tiana Lowe Doescher, The Washington Examiner, 17 Oct. 2025
Adverb
  • In their wake, many Americans are justifiably alarmed and shocked by the scale of government force.
    Josiah Bates, Time, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Mix in front-office executives assuring playing time to certain players, regardless of performance, and turmoil in the clubhouse could have easily brewed — and justifiably so.
    Katie Woo, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025

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“Discreetly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreetly. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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