粋すいを利きかす

expression, godan verb (-su)

show tact; be considerate; be thoughtful

Rare expression used when someone shows sensitivity and consideration, especially in romantic or interpersonal situations, often by gracefully stepping back or creating space for others.

• 彼かれは二人ふたりの仲なかを察さっして粋すいを利きかして、その場ばを離はなれた。

  He sensed the mood between the two and, showing tact, left the scene.

• 先せん輩ぱいが粋すいを利きかしてくれて、私わたしたちは二人ふたりきりになれた。

  Our senior was considerate enough to give us some time alone together.