circumspect
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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
On the streets of Beijing this week, locals were circumspect about a visit from the US president.
From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026
Sitting on a boat floating off the shore, Holloway is more circumspect.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
The security minister Dan Jarvis was both circumspect in his language, but warm and accepting of the wide range of concerns expressed by MPs of multiple parties.
From BBC • Nov. 19, 2025
The city fathers were used to more circumspect criticisms—when criticism could not be entirely avoided.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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