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Recent Examples of discreetly
There’s even a service hatch by the outside door so messages and room service can be delivered discreetly.
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Hollie Clemence, TheWeek, 27 Apr. 2026
Smaller units can discreetly fit into a bathroom, holding a single basket.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
The curators supply a historical backdrop, therefore, but discreetly, and without distracting us from Wright’s poetic originality.
—Julian Bell, The New York Review of Books, 25 Apr. 2026
In this bucolic setting, days slip by discreetly engineered by the smart, young staff.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The residence has two kitchens, one open-concept and designed for daily use, the other more discreetly situated and suited for staff or preparing larger gatherings.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026
The property also became known for its network of private tunnels that allowed guests to move discreetly throughout the resort.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Fragrances and discreetly placed incense will diffuse gradually throughout the rooms, creating a soft, steam-like presence that enhances the environment.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
But bad actors have learned to weaponize that same amendment as a shield, flooding the information ecosystem with content designed to discreetly destabilize our communities.
—Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 19 Apr. 2026
Hollie Clemence, TheWeek, 27 Apr. 2026
Smaller units can discreetly fit into a bathroom, holding a single basket.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
The curators supply a historical backdrop, therefore, but discreetly, and without distracting us from Wright’s poetic originality.
—Julian Bell, The New York Review of Books, 25 Apr. 2026
In this bucolic setting, days slip by discreetly engineered by the smart, young staff.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The residence has two kitchens, one open-concept and designed for daily use, the other more discreetly situated and suited for staff or preparing larger gatherings.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026
The property also became known for its network of private tunnels that allowed guests to move discreetly throughout the resort.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Fragrances and discreetly placed incense will diffuse gradually throughout the rooms, creating a soft, steam-like presence that enhances the environment.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026
But bad actors have learned to weaponize that same amendment as a shield, flooding the information ecosystem with content designed to discreetly destabilize our communities.
—Julian Baron, Baltimore Sun, 19 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discreetly
Adverb
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On a recent podcast, Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz said this is false, that the reorganization is about prudently stewarding taxpayer dollars, not dismantling the agency.—
Alex Wigglesworth,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Analysts also think CoreWeave is financing its massive capex plans prudently.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
24 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The bill is identical to what the Senate passed but the House sensibly refused to consider during this year’s regular session.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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The bill is identical to what the Senate passed but the House sensibly refused to consider during this year’s regular session.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The Broncos wisely told Simmons his departure was worth more than a photo op and social media post.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
30 Apr. 2026
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Every April is dedicated to empowering people to manage, save, and invest money wisely.—
Mekialaya White,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Large Scale Windows Unless chosen judiciously, art can easily disrupt the clean lines of a minimalist bathroom.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
15 Apr. 2026
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Pesticides have many drawbacks and must be used extremely judiciously and in very limited situations, such as when the health of the plant is in jeopardy.—
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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My question is how to politely tell this man to stop.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Washington Post,
28 Apr. 2026
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Over the course of the afternoon, guests laughed about, grappled with, and sometimes politely skirted around the same gendered tropes that have existed for centuries, the conversation turning serious in some moments and silly in others.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
22 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Cannon’s decision held that if a prosecutor was not validly appointed, dismissal of the case is the only remedy.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Nov. 2025
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If Halligan wasn’t validly appointed, the indictment may be legally void.—
Cassandra Burke Robertson,
The Conversation,
8 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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The driveways are fairly short, and at the top of hers, the garage door hangs open.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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As a result, unlike what his name would suggest, Unique is a fairly generic loner who dully seeks vengeance.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
Adverb
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Vitello could’ve justifiably brought in a pinch-hitter given Bailey’s extended struggles, but Vitello explained that hitting coach Hunter Mense felt good about the matchup of Bailey versus Dreyer.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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His defensive effort has been justifiably scrutinized at times this season, but the context is crucial.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Discreetly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discreetly. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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