Cryptic crossword clue
Tactfully taken apart, you might say 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word DISCREETLY

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The straight part
We know that "Tactfully" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case tactfully = discreetly.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does DISCREETLY mean?

DISCREETLY adverb
  1. Acting in a discreet manner; acting in a way that respects privacy or secrecy; quietly
  2. Inconspicuously.

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