discreet

• So discreet--too discreet, I often think One cannot be too discreet in the present international crisis," I remarked. —  The Minister of Evil The Secret History of Rasputin's Betrayal of Russia
• He hoped to see her grow up pure, wise, and discreet--a new Lucretia, the representative of the ideal Roman matron; and he early accustomed Julia to practice moderation in dress, to spend hours at the spinning-wheel, and to look upon herself as destined to become the model and example of Roman women Julia was first married to her cousin Marcellus, the son of Octavia, a young man of excellent character, whom Augustus adopted, and probably destined as his successor; but, in B.C. 23, Marcellus died, amid the sincere grief of all the Romans. —  A Smaller History of Rome
• And as your faithful friend was sympathetic and discreet, and flattered you by a respectful curiosity, you proceeded further and further into the said matter, growing more and more confidential, until at last you cried out in a terrific whisper: 'My boy she is simply miraculous:' At that moment you were in the domain of literature." —  The Head Voice and Other Problems Practical Talks on Singing
• Nevertheless there existed throughout the country a strong antipathy to the mission of Lord Minto; nor did the public feel quite sure that the management of the Sicilian affair was discreet--and it certainly was not successful The differences with Spain, in connection with the dismission of our ambassador, gave rise to another warm debate. —  The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.III. From George III. to Victoria
• He must be wise and discreet, and undertake no work he cannot both perform and complete equally to the profit of his employer and the craft. —  The Builders A Story and Study of Masonry

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