as in professional
having or showing qualities that are considered good in business
His businesslike approach to the dispute was very helpful. a businesslike manner
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Recent Examples of businesslike
In the past, it’s been a little bit more businesslike.
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Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2025
There was a businesslike aura about a team known for their bravado — no shouting, no taunting or joking.
—Kelly Iko, New York Times, 3 May 2025
McCarthy is more known for his businesslike approach to racing.
—John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2025
However, as the market matures and these relationships become more businesslike, enforcement will follow.
—Kristi Dosh, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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Rick Armstrong, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2025
There was a businesslike aura about a team known for their bravado — no shouting, no taunting or joking.
—Kelly Iko, New York Times, 3 May 2025
McCarthy is more known for his businesslike approach to racing.
—John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2025
However, as the market matures and these relationships become more businesslike, enforcement will follow.
—Kristi Dosh, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for businesslike
Adjective
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Seeking professional guidance early is key so that strategies can be examined and coordinated effectively.—
Virginia La Torre Jeker,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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But more than anything, Thomas was among the rare fans in attendance Sunday who understood exactly what professional athletes feel when they are traded, waived, fired, told they are no longer wanted.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Its early pilots include placing a humanoid in a car factory to fetch and carry parts, hinting at a practical path into routine industrial tasks.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Sep. 2025
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Below, Forbes Human Resources Council members share practical strategies middle managers can use to strengthen relationships and create a more positive workplace culture.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These polite pleasantries waste precious attention.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Maikol Gabriel López Lizano was two years older than Acosta Peña, warm and polite.—
Jonathan Blitzer,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Thankfully, the most recent accident was less serious, and Sabrina and their unborn child were ultimately okay.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Between them, Sinner and Alcaraz have dispatched their only serious rival in three straight majors, largely making every other match at these tournaments feel almost immaterial.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Businesslike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/businesslike. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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