discreetly

adverb

Definition of discreetlynext
as in prudently

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Recent Examples of discreetly Drones are landed discreetly near routes, utilizing acoustic sensors to detect passing vehicles. — Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 Social media is filled with tongue-in-cheek how-to videos, instructing viewers on things like how to discreetly saw through a metal pole. — Meg Anderson, NPR, 21 Aug. 2026 Boys are bullying girls in school, customers are harassing Target employees, and there’s now a report that a male doctor asked a woman to undress while wearing the glasses, which can discreetly take photos and videos. — O. Rose Broderick, STAT, 21 Aug. 2026 When you’re done lounging, simply tuck it back beneath the loveseat to save space while discreetly storing outdoor cushions, citronella candles, blankets, and other patio essentials. — Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Aug. 2026 Instructions for pickup are discreetly communicated to health-care workers, soldiers, politicians, and cops, but word quickly gets out and the medical depots are swarmed by armed citizens desperate to save themselves. — Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 25 July 2026 For example, recommendations can be discreetly varied throughout the day based on real-time congestion levels, said Goldberg. — Mureji Fatunde-Iloeje, ArsTechnica, 25 July 2026 While those are for the rich and famous (of which Mayrlife counts many as clientele, discreetly of course) even the rooms for us mere mortals are perfectly appointed. — Jamie Timson, TheWeek, 24 July 2026 Even on Meta’s own hardware, measures have been taken to stop users from recording discreetly. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 24 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discreetly
  1. prudently
  2. sensibly
  3. wisely
  4. judiciously
  5. politely
  6. validly
  7. fairly
  8. justifiably
Adverb
  • Under a 2019 law brought by Newsom to protect utilities from bankruptcy, the companies automatically are deemed to have acted prudently if regulators sign off on their wildfire prevention plan.
    — Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The better approach is to remain diversified, rebalance prudently and let earnings not election-year noise or daily volatility drive long-term allocation decisions today.
    — Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of prudently
Adverb
  • But with that slice of luck came a sudden outburst of responsibility from Brook, who then scored at almost a run a ball but did so sensibly and without taking any undue risks.
    — Paul Newman, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Schools should be teaching students to define that objective, assemble the relevant evidence, divide the work sensibly between person and machine, inspect intermediate results, and explain the reasoning behind the product.
    — Ray Ravaglia, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of sensibly
Adverb
  • His agents, Matt and Ryan Keator, wisely held off on engaging in serious negotiations with the Ducks and general manager Pat Verbeek throughout the year while recognizing the uncertainty of an evolving NHL marketplace fueled by a surging salary cap.
    — Chris Johnston, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Listening to God’s messages of love for us awakens us to our spiritual worth and protection and guides us wisely.
    — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of wisely
Adverb
  • Several experts said the rule change, if implemented judiciously, could alleviate the backlog without leading to a surge in detentions or denials of valid asylum claims.
    — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 30 July 2026
  • The Mets could act more judiciously in free agency, deciding whether to pursue Skubal or do something lower profile, such as re-sign Clay Holmes.
    — Tim Britton, New York Times, 27 July 2026
Definition of judiciously
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  • Clocking in at 30 minutes, Williams’ Quartet La Jolla is a five-part work that politely utilizes dissonance and sometimes abstract rhythms.
    — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Advertising was minimal, and displays of enthusiasm were politely discouraged.
    — Ben Ryder Howe, Curbed, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of politely
Adverb
  • Some of this is also validly driven by zoonotic and emerging diseases and is intended to keep our pets and us safe.
    — Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 26 July 2026
  • The French Cour d’appel de Versailles determined that a child could claim against assets located in France even though the decedent had validly designated the succession laws of a foreign country that did not recognize forced heirship.
    — Virginia La Torre Jeker, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Definition of validly
Adverb
  • Clarify the expectation, price your time fairly, and choose one daily improvement that protects your energy while helping your confidence become more consistent.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Although most modern dishwashers are designed to run fairly often, experts say running your dishwasher every day might put your machine—and wallet—at risk.
    — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of fairly
Adverb
  • Now essentially out of power, the public-health community has been justifiably alarmed by what’s happened over the past year.
    — Craig Spencer, The Atlantic, 25 July 2026
  • Fans were justifiably emotional to see Crosby traded to the Baltimore Ravens in March.
    — Sam Warren, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Definition of justifiably

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“Discreetly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreetly. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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