The expression “coffee break” was first attested in 1952 in glossy magazine advertisements by the Pan-American Coffee Bureau.
JUDICIOUSLY
judiciously
(adverb) in a judicious manner; “let’s use these intelligence tests judiciously”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
judiciously (comparative more judiciously, superlative most judiciously)
In a judicious manner.
Source: Wiktionary
Ju*di"cious*ly, adv.
Definition: In a judicious manner; with good judgment; wisely.
JUDICIOUS
Ju*di"cious, a. Etym: [F. judicieux, fr. L. judicium judgment. See Judicial.]
Definition: Of or relating to a court; judicial. [Obs.] His last offenses to us Shall have judicious hearing. Shak.
2. Directed or governed by sound judgment; having sound judgment; wise; prudent; sagacious; discreet. He is noble, wise, judicious, and best knows The fits o' the season. Shak.
Syn.
– Prudent; discreet; rational; wise; skillful; discerning; sagacious; well-advised.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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COMMUNICATIONS
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