circumspect
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Members of Congress are expected to question Warsh about his plans to reduce inflation, though he is likely to be circumspect in his answers.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 12, 2026
But China's own statements have been circumspect, saying it backs the ceasefire but hardly trumpeting its own diplomacy.
From Barron's ● Apr. 10, 2026
Mr. Walesa is more circumspect when asked if he likes Mr. Trump.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 13, 2026
The meeting’s agenda for the closed session was circumspect: “Conference with Legal Counsel — Settlement Agreement.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 19, 2025
She was practically an adult now, it seemed—she certainly spoke like one, often more measured and circumspect than her parents.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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