Meaning & use
Circumspectly
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In a way that carefully considers all circumstances and possible consequences before acting; cautiously.
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She circumspectly reviewed the contract before signing it.
The diplomat spoke circumspectly to avoid offending either delegation.
A note on using this word
From Latin 'circumspicere,' meaning to look around; the adjective form 'circumspect' shares the same root.
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recklesslycarelessly
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