cautioustalk
nounUK /ˈkɔːʃəs tɔːk/
US /ˈkɔːʃəs tɔːk/
Cautioustalk is when you speak in a very careful way so you do not say the wrong thing.
The new student used cautioustalk when the teacher asked about the broken window.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A style of speaking that avoids giving away secrets or personal information.
During the interview, she switched to cautioustalk whenever the topic turned to her old job.
3. Words chosen to prevent hurting someone's feelings.
He used cautioustalk to tell his friend that the drawing needed a little more work.
4. A slow, hesitant way of talking when someone is unsure or nervous.
Her cautioustalk on the phone made us think she had bad news.
5. Language used in official or legal settings to avoid mistakes.
The lawyer's cautioustalk kept the agreement clear and safe.