cautiousspeech
nounUK /ˈkɔːʃəs spiːtʃ/
US /ˈkɔːʃəs spiːtʃ/
Words you say in a careful way so you do not cause trouble.
The new student used cautious speech when talking about the test.
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2. A way of speaking that avoids saying too much.
His cautious speech kept the secret safe.
3. Talking slowly and thinking before you speak.
Cautious speech helped her avoid a mistake.
4. Language chosen to keep everyone calm and safe.
The teacher used cautious speech when explaining the fire drill.