discretion
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Anchoring a policy stance on a single-point estimate from a wide distribution of credible forecasts is an exercise in discretion.
From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026
Third, the War Powers Resolution, which Congress devised in response to the Vietnam War to restrict presidential discretion, has proved ineffective.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
But for Kush, he needed to show a bit more discretion.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
These reports are typically generated by school administrators who have discretion over what gets filed but can face repercussions if an unreported incident later leads to problems.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
There was something that he lacked: discretion, aloofness, a sort of saving stupidity.
From "1984" by George Orwell
Vocabulary lists containing discretion
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