Diplomatic Protocols

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• The triggering of Article 50 marked the official start of the Brexit process.
• Did you hear about Article 50 being invoked for Brexit?
• Article 50 is like pressing the big red button for Brexit.
• In the game of Brexit, Article 50 is the ultimate power move.

noun diplomacy

• The ambassador engaged in patio diplomacy to discuss the trade agreement with the foreign delegation.
• We decided to do a little patio diplomacy with our neighbors over a barbecue.
• Let's skip the formal meetings and do some patio diplomacy instead.
• Using patio diplomacy, the two rival gangs were able to reach a truce and avoid further violence.