During the tense negotiations, the ambassador remained remarkably (tactful). His careful choice of words helped prevent the discussion from escalating into open conflict.
When the sun dipped below the horizon and the air grew chilly, the campers (huddled) close to the campfire for warmth. The crackling flames provided comfort in the cold night.
The journalist became widely known by the (moniker) 'The Night Watchman' after publishing a series of investigative reports. The name reflected his reputation for exposing corruption that occurred after dark.
A: Thanks to years of strategic investment and innovation, the company is (enviably) positioned in the market due to its strong brand image and global network.
B: Agree. Many competitors view it as a model of long-term corporate success.
The apartment's barred windows and guard dogs are meant to be a (deterrent) to intruders, but someone managed to break in and steal some valuables last night.
When I asked for a discount on my rental car, the staff member I was talking to became (irate) and told me to take the price I was offered or to go somewhere else.
The military analyst's remark that the war was nearly impossible to win (demoralized) her country’s troops. They began to wonder what they were fighting for.
The detective suspected that the suspect’s confession was (devious), designed to mislead the investigation and protect someone else involved in the crime.
The ancient ruins were all that remained, a faint (vestige) of a once-thriving civilization. Historians worked tirelessly to uncover more about its past glory.