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Discretion

usgb/dɪˈskreʃn/Volume
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Responsible Choice

Discretion involves making choices that are responsible and consider consequences.

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The principal showed discretion in handling the school incident.
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Personal Judgment

Using discretion often means relying on personal judgment, not just rules.

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She used her own discretion to allow the students a break.
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Context-Sensitive

Discretion requires considering the specific situation's context when deciding.

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He had the discretion to tailor the lesson to the students' needs.
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