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discretion

dis.cre.tion \dis-'kresh-*n\ \-'kresh-*-.ner-e-\ n 1: the quality of being 
   discreet : CIRCUMSPECTION; esp : ca utious reserve in speech 2: ability to 
   make responsible decisions  3a: individual choice or judgment  3b: power of 
   free decision or latitude of choice within certain legal bound s - 
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