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exercise discretion

/ˈɛksərˌsaɪz dɪˈskrɛʃən/ /ˈɛksəˌsaɪz dɪˈskrɛʃən/
collocation Formal
  1. 1 sağduyulu ve ihtiyatlı davranmak

Definition (English)

To use good judgement about what to do or say, especially to avoid causing problems.

Example Sentences

  1. Teachers must exercise discretion when sharing information about students' personal problems.
    Öğretmenler, öğrencilerin kişisel sorunlarıyla ilgili bilgileri paylaşırken sağduyulu davranmalıdır.
  2. Journalists should exercise discretion when reporting on accidents that involve young children and their families.
    Gazeteciler, küçük çocukların ve ailelerinin yer aldığı kazalarla ilgili haber yaparken ihtiyatlı davranmalıdır.

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