indiscretion
Americannoun
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the characteristic or state of being indiscreet
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an indiscreet act, remark, etc
Other Word Forms
- indiscretionary adjective
Etymology
Origin of indiscretion
1300–50; Middle English < Late Latin indiscrētiōn- (stem of indiscrētiō ). See in- 3, discretion
Example Sentences
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Personal indiscretions once seen as disqualifying, such as the extramarital affair that chased Gary Hart from the 1988 presidential race, scarcely raise an eyebrow.
From Los Angeles Times
So it is for the musician themselves, who all began as fans, and the ones highlighted here took it seriously, youthful indiscretions notwithstanding.
From Los Angeles Times
As with any building work, finding evidence of past life and indiscretions is not uncommon, especially in town parks.
From BBC
They spoke briefly about it before they were married and then he forgot about what he considered a youthful indiscretion by his wife.
From BBC
It’s worth noting that indiscretion, however heartfelt, became public by accident.
From Los Angeles Times
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