diplomatic speech
noun phraseUK /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk spiːtʃ/
US /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk spiːtʃ/
Words you choose carefully so you don't hurt anyone's feelings.
The principal gave a diplomatic speech about the school rules so no one felt upset.
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2. A formal talk given by a country's representative to another country.
The ambassador delivered a diplomatic speech at the peace summit.
3. Speech that avoids giving a direct or clear answer.
His diplomatic speech left everyone unsure what he really planned to do.
4. The study of old official documents to check if they are real.
She studied diplomatic speech to verify the ancient treaty's authenticity.