indiscretion
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indiscretions
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indiscretions
Britannica Dictionary definition of INDISCRETION
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lack of good judgment or care in behavior and especially in speech
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lack of discretion
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He has been criticized for showing indiscretion in his remarks. [=for carelessly saying things that should not be said]
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[count]
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an act or remark that shows a lack of good judgment
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an indiscreet act or remark
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She committed a few minor indiscretions.
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He describes his drug use in college as just a youthful indiscretion. [=a minor mistake made by a young person]
