discretion

Example Sentences

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The selection committee at S&P Dow Jones Indices has discretion when determining which eligible companies to add to the index and sometimes chooses not to make changes at the scheduled time.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Players are only allowed to take up to 25 seconds between points, but umpires can use their discretion as to when to start the shot clock while the crowd settles down.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

In practice, reformers say, bail amounts have largely been set by vibes, with judges given broad leeway to use discretion.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

I really thought the supermajority would let states define intellectual disability however they choose and give states so much discretion that they could effectively disregard constitutional safeguards.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

“None, my lord,” I said, discretion guarding my tongue.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein