need tact

Frequency: 7.09.5 per million words

To require tact in order to handle a situation successfully.

tactVERB + TACT

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Examples (10)

  • A diplomat will always need tact when dealing with sensitive international issues.
  • You will need a lot of tact to explain the bad news gently.
  • Sometimes, parents need tact to guide their children without being overly critical.
  • The manager knew she would need tact to mediate the conflict between her employees.
  • One often needs tact when offering constructive criticism to colleagues.
  • He didn't realize he would need so much tact to convince them.
  • Handling customer complaints frequently needs tact and patience.
  • She will certainly need tact if she wants to navigate the complex social dynamics.
  • Addressing such a delicate matter will need tact and diplomacy.
  • We always need tact to maintain harmony in relationships.