Diplomat's skill Crossword Clue

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FINESSE

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(noun)
1. consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

DIPLOMAT (noun)
1. an official engaged in international negotiations
2. a person who deals tactfully with others
SKILL (noun)
1. an ability that has been acquired by training
2. ability to produce solutions in some problem domain

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

FINESSE
(7 letters)

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