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Reticence

usgb/ˈretɪsns/Volume
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Emotional Guard

Reticence often implies emotional caution or self-protection in conversations.

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He maintained his reticence about the traumatic event, keeping his feelings guarded.
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Social Interactions

In social settings, reticence can hint at introversion or discomfort.

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At the party, her reticence led others to believe that she was shy.
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Polite Refusal

Reticence can indicate a polite way of declining to share information.

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Her reticence in discussing her income was considered polite among her peers.
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