guardedconversation
nounUK /ˈɡɑːdɪd ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃən/
US /ˈɡɑːrdɪd ˌkɑːnvərˈseɪʃən/
A talk where people are careful about what they say.
The two leaders had a guarded conversation about the new rules.
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2. A discussion in which someone avoids sharing personal details.
After the argument, they had a guarded conversation about the weekend plans.
3. A formal talk between officials who do not want to reveal too much.
The diplomats held a guarded conversation before the press arrived.
4. A chat where people watch their words to avoid hurting feelings.
She had a guarded conversation with her friend about the mistake.