discretely

Definition of discretelynext
as in separately
for each person or thing The two problems should be addressed discretely, as one is unrelated to the other.

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Recent Examples of discretely The $85 billion company is breaking up the empire into two different businesses discretely focused on connectivity and content. Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 29 June 2026 The California judge noticed that some Meta employees were wearing Meta smart glasses, which can discretely record sound and video. Dave Lieber mar. 5, Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026 Tucked discretely within the hotel, Bar Aristide is the hotel's speakeasy-style hideaway that feels more like a private members' club. Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2025 Snag this shoe storage cabinet that holds 24 pairs and doubles as an entryway table, or opt for this under-bed solution that discretely keeps shoes and clothes hidden away. Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 26 Nov. 2025 Somebody’s dad discretely pulled a Fanta from his bag and opened it with a fizz. Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discretely
Adverb
  • Union County is separately developing a data center ordinance that would restrict the facilities to heavy industrial zoning and require a special-use permit.
    Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Investment-management fees are tracked separately and excluded.
    Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Adverb
  • It’s made with red, white, and blue fabric tulips that are individually shaped for a natural look.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026
  • Youngkin moved to require felons released from prison to apply individually for the restoration of their voting rights, rather than having the administration automatically grant them.
    Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 31 July 2026

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“Discretely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discretely. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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