1
as in diplomatic
having or showing tact
the actor is politic in discussing the aborted film project, being content to say that there were "creative differences"
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as in prudent
suitable for bringing about a desired result under the circumstances
it probably would not be politic to tell your boss that his latest idea is the worst thing you've ever heard
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Recent Examples of politic
Again, the park ranger pondered the most politic response.
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Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Mar. 2022
That doesn’t always gel with the sardonic remove the writers built into their material, nor the show’s prescient awareness of the sardonic tango of showbiz and politic power, personal branding and the possibility for genuinely populist adoration by those craving relief from being ignored.
—Chris Jones, chicagotribune.com, 4 Feb. 2022
But some of those friends were decidedly less politic when contacted by a reporter.
—New York Times, 16 Oct. 2021
Austin, the retired general with the little flag pin on his suit lapel, was the more politic witness.
—Washington Post, 28 Sep. 2021
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Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Mar. 2022
That doesn’t always gel with the sardonic remove the writers built into their material, nor the show’s prescient awareness of the sardonic tango of showbiz and politic power, personal branding and the possibility for genuinely populist adoration by those craving relief from being ignored.
—Chris Jones, chicagotribune.com, 4 Feb. 2022
But some of those friends were decidedly less politic when contacted by a reporter.
—New York Times, 16 Oct. 2021
Austin, the retired general with the little flag pin on his suit lapel, was the more politic witness.
—Washington Post, 28 Sep. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for politic
Adjective
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The warm welcome Putin received in China, coupled with the military and diplomatic might on display during the summit and the military parade, was designed to convey a message.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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Xi has been on a diplomatic push, following a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit with a massive military parade tomorrow, intended to showcase China’s growing heft.—
Tasneem Nashrulla,
semafor.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But travelers would be prudent to regularly contact Spirit for updates.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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All of that being said, Los Angeles is a notoriously prudent organization, so the Chargers would surely tread carefully in any potential trade discussions for Jennings.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These polite pleasantries waste precious attention.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Maikol Gabriel López Lizano was two years older than Acosta Peña, warm and polite.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Any tactical analysis of the other player’s game is likely to have happened already.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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Ten Hag’s first season at United yielded silverware and a third-place league finish, but also had bouts of concerning away form, with tactical weaknesses that would eventually spread and critically undermine his plans for the future.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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And 90% agree that new ways and words are needed to foster respectful dialogue and empathy.—
Brian Castrucci,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The alliance is part of a nationwide movement fostering respectful, cross-partisan dialogue for community members.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Documenting positive attributes such as community involvement, steady employment, family support, and other meaningful contributions is also a wise move.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Only humans can weave meaning, create serendipity, and grow wiser through story.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This death does not make Beto a more tactful interviewer.—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
28 Aug. 2025
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The next step is for the CISO, through tactful negotiation, to secure the CEO's unwavering support.—
Phillimon Zongo,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Lower taxes, while generally desirable, increase the amount of money people have to spend on these now more expensive goods and services.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Frame eyelets for mounting racks and fenders are certainly a desirable feature, although their absence isn't necessarily a dealbreaker.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Politic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/politic. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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