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Example:She had such a reserve that it took a while to get to know her intimately.
Definition:the quality or habit of being silent or refusing to reveal information.
From reserve
Example:The politician had to maintain secrecy about the upcoming election reforms.
Definition:the quality of keeping information or secrets from being disclosed to others.
From secrecy
Example:It's important to respect someone's retention of their ideas and beliefs.
Definition:the quality or state of keeping something to oneself, especially opinions or feelings.
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