put tactfully

Frequency: 6.78.1 per million words

To express something carefully to avoid causing offense or embarrassment.

putVERB + ADVERB

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tactfully

Examples (10)

  • She tried to put her concerns tactfully so as not to upset him.
  • He put his point tactfully, choosing his words with care.
  • Could you put that suggestion more tactfully? It sounded a bit harsh.
  • The manager put the feedback tactfully, focusing on areas for improvement.
  • It's important to put criticism tactfully to encourage positive change.
  • She managed to put her objection tactfully during the meeting.
  • He put his disagreement tactfully, acknowledging the other person's perspective.
  • The diplomat put the sensitive issue tactfully to avoid escalating tensions.
  • Try to put your feelings across tactfully when you talk to them.
  • I need to put this difficult news tactfully to my team.