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Tactful

usgb/ˈtæktfl/Volume
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Sensitive Topics

Use 'tactful' when dealing with subjects that might hurt someone's feelings or cause discomfort.

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She was tactful in discussing the company's layoffs.
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Subtle Honesty

'Tactful' means being honest without being too harsh or direct.

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His tactful critique of the play spared the actors' feelings.
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Avoiding Directness

Being tactful often involves hinting or suggesting rather than saying something outright.

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Instead of declining directly, she gave a tactful excuse.
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