How to Use professionalism in a Sentence

professionalism

noun
  • A high level of professionalism is expected when working with clients.
  • She is highly respected for her professionalism.
  • The timeless footwear adds a touch of professionalism to office days and makes the perfect plus one for dressy nights.
    Good Housekeeping, 29 Mar. 2023
  • The pair clearly rate each other highly for their acting skills and for the kind of professionalism that has kept them both a the top of the game for more than two decades.
    Patrick Frater, Variety, 24 Dec. 2023
  • Ethical quandaries aside, the team couldn’t help but take pride in the professionalism of their work.
    WIRED, 15 Nov. 2022
  • While this marks the young actress' film debut (who was 11 at the time of filming), Johnstone raved about her professionalism on set.
    Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 12 Jan. 2023
  • In this moment, Cantor failed to cloak his childlike fandom in rote professionalism—and sports fans around the world loved him for it.
    Sean Gregory, Time, 19 Dec. 2022
  • And now seeing Jah come in with that same level of professionalism.
    Mark Inabinett | Minabinett@al.com, al, 5 July 2023
  • His sense of humor, his professionalism, all of those things.
    Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 13 Dec. 2023
  • This leaves the career bereft of its sense of gravity and professionalism.
    Svetlana Khachiyan, USA TODAY, 2 Sep. 2023
  • Did the powers that be, at the time, ever give you some form of credit for your professionalism during release?
    Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Jan. 2024
  • Clements has called his new deputy chief a leader who has performed with the utmost professionalism.
    Amanda Milkovits, BostonGlobe.com, 30 Dec. 2022
  • Workplaces that lean more formal call for a button-down shirt dress with tailored ease and by-the-book professionalism.
    Harper's BAZAAR, 27 Feb. 2023
  • The death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, Tenn., exposed a crisis of professionalism in policing.
    Jason Johnson, WSJ, 22 Feb. 2023
  • Welch was praised for her professionalism and warm demeanor on set.
    Vulture, 15 Feb. 2023
  • With the addition of Toni Brown as art director, High Times achieved a sheen of hip glamour and professionalism.
    Sean Howe, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2023
  • Yu adds that the speed at which the production works requires a certain level of professionalism.
    Tyler Coates, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Aug. 2022
  • The rapper’s lawyer, Bradford Cohen, was the first to suggest that the technician was too starstruck to keep his professionalism in order.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 1 Mar. 2023
  • Think of it as the bag version of the cool boss who is pretty chill about the occasional mistake, but still maintains their professionalism 24/7.
    Lydia Wang, Women's Health, 24 Mar. 2023
  • But there’s professionalism to it that Dave Portnoy does not follow and never has.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 6 Sep. 2023
  • Tuter did not agree, praising all parties at the trial for their professionalism.
    Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2022
  • Nichelle told me to bear in mind that Uhura’s professionalism transcends her gender.
    Brent Lang, Variety, 2 Aug. 2022
  • However, there are those like Charles and St. Cyr, who strike a good balance and have a loyal clientele that can attest to their professionalism and craft.
    Annie Blay, Allure, 6 Mar. 2024
  • His constant desire to learn, his kindness, and his professionalism will be with all of us forever.
    Fox News, 6 Mar. 2023
  • Lathan praised the Wu-Tang Clan star for his professionalism during filming.
    Giovana Gelhoren, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2022
  • The world of journalism has lost a pillar of professionalism, courage, and integrity.
    Emlyn Travis, EW.com, 31 Dec. 2022
  • The Colts have already seen Ryan’s professionalism carry over to the regular season.
    The Indianapolis Star, 7 Sep. 2022
  • During the leanest of years there was the professionalism of a player who served as leader on the court and in the locker room, a player who embodied much of the Heat Lifer motto that came later.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2022
  • Still, the star showed his professionalism and humility by making sure to introduce and thank all the members of his band and his dancers, giving them a moment in the spotlight on stage.
    Jeff Benjamin, Billboard, 1 Aug. 2022
  • In working with Ford on the new series, Mirren complimented the actor's sense of professionalism to this day.
    Tommy McArdle, Peoplemag, 23 Dec. 2022

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