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
The Islamic Republic may not appear at first glance as a potential hub for U.S. investment, but in his businesslike approach to diplomacy, Trump has consistently spoke of Iran's potential over the years.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 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
The Islamic Republic may not appear at first glance as a potential hub for U.S. investment, but in his businesslike approach to diplomacy, Trump has consistently spoke of Iran's potential over the years.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for businesslike
Adjective
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His professional career began that same year.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Training a dog is important to keep them safe, and can be easily done at home or with the help of a professional trainer.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This practical gift idea keeps hands ultra-warm and cozy thanks to its fleeced interior and waterproof, windproof, and snow-proof exterior.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
22 Oct. 2025
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Remote monitoring is another practical frontier.—
Scott R. Schell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The place being a Midwestern park, the ghost is by all accounts pretty damn polite.—
Graham Averill,
Outside,
28 Oct. 2025
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Hank’s voice is gentle and polite, but that doesn’t put Aaron at ease.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Rule out any more serious conditions.—
RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan,
Health,
25 Oct. 2025
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Springsteen has been open over the years about navigating depression, which began to get serious during his early 30s.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Businesslike.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/businesslike. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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