The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word DIPLOMATIC
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More clues leading to the result DIPLOMATIC
- Like foreign relations getting certificate on time, I note
- Exactly represented tactful foreign minister
- Head ignored what’s naturally said about place being discreet
- Tactful negotiator in charge
- Sensitive police officer unlikely to claim after pressure applied
- Scripts regularly sent up in support of qualification? That’s tactful
- Sensitive old MP I challenged near upper chamber when losing heart
- Like a skilful negotiator, I calm top delinquent confronted by inspector
- Tactful service might follow this
- Prudent to claim foul after drop
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The straight part
We know that "to be discreet" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case to be discreet = diplomatic.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does DIPLOMATIC mean?
DIPLOMATIC noun- The science of diplomas, or the art of deciphering ancient writings and determining their age, authenticity, etc.; paleography.
- Concerning the relationships between the governments of countries.
- Exhibiting diplomacy; exercising tact or courtesy; using discussion to avoid hard feelings, fights or arguments.
- Describing a publication of a text which follows a single basic manuscript, but with variants in other manuscripts noted in the critical apparatus
- Relating to diplomatics, or the study of old texts; paleographic.