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diplomatic code

NOUN

code of conduct

Synonyms

STRONGEST

custom guideline protocol

WEAK

code of behavior decorum etiquette formalities manners rules of conduct social code social procedures standard procedure

NOUN

rules of conduct

Synonyms

WEAK

code of conduct custom decorum etiquette formalities guideline manners protocol social code social procedures standard procedure

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“And that transformed 180 degrees to what in W.H.O.-U.N. diplomatic code is a very harsh public rebuke of China, and repeatedly so,” he said.

From New York Times • Apr. 8, 2023

“Candid” is often diplomatic code for a harsh verbal exchange.

From Washington Times • Jun. 15, 2022

It was diplomatic code to describe heated arguments and – yet again – no breakthrough.

From The Guardian • Mar. 9, 2019

It also suggests the possibility of taking "appropriate measures" - diplomatic code for sanctions - against those who undermine stability and security in the country.

From Reuters • Oct. 8, 2013

What they want to leave behind is getting tangled up in diplomatic code words laden with ambiguity.

From Washington Post

diplomatic code

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