そつのない

expression, noun-modifying (irregular)

careful; prudent; without slip; faultless

Describes a person or action that is thorough, leaves no loose ends, and avoids mistakes or social blunders. Often used in the negative form そつのない to mean 'flawless' or 'without oversight'.

See also: そつがない

• 彼かれの仕し事ごとはいつもそつのないものだ。

  His work is always flawless.

• そつのない対たい応おうで、クレームをうまく収おさめた。

  With a tactful response, she skillfully resolved the complaint.