as in solemn
not joking or playful in mood or manner
a no-nonsense gymnastics coach
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Recent Examples of no-nonsense
Series 7 remains one of the best lineups of players in Taskmaster history, and Kerry Godliman beat all of them with a relentless, surprisingly endearing no-nonsense attitude.
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Matthew Jackson,
Vulture,
12 June 2026
The only answer, then, is a no-nonsense public transit sanitation service that keeps our buses, bus stops and train stations clean and appealing in both city and suburbs.
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Chicago Tribune,
9 June 2026
Extra storage can go a long way toward backyard beautification, and this no-nonsense cabinet is an easy way to keep clutter under control.
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Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2026
Moreover, today’s moon in Capricorn adds to this no-nonsense approach, encouraging us to sort out our priorities and embrace the highs and lows of process.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
2 June 2026
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Matthew Jackson,
Vulture,
12 June 2026
The only answer, then, is a no-nonsense public transit sanitation service that keeps our buses, bus stops and train stations clean and appealing in both city and suburbs.
—
Chicago Tribune,
9 June 2026
Extra storage can go a long way toward backyard beautification, and this no-nonsense cabinet is an easy way to keep clutter under control.
—
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2026
Moreover, today’s moon in Capricorn adds to this no-nonsense approach, encouraging us to sort out our priorities and embrace the highs and lows of process.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for no-nonsense
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Ureña, a 22-year-old right-hander who has emerged as another potential ace, speaks of Soriano with a giddy amusement mixed with a solemn respect for how the starter has survived in the big leagues.
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Dozens of firefighters lined the street in a solemn salute to their fallen colleagues.
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Beijing has and been accused of serious human violations, including large-scale arbitrary detention of Uyghur and other Muslim minorities, in Xinjiang.
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Prosecutors said Anthony Edmond and Rafael Enriquez face the most serious charges, including conspiracy involving firearms trafficking, machineguns and drug trafficking.
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Judges have to throw the book at those arrested to teach them a stern lesson.
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However, for students graduating right now, Hammer can't really summon up anything stern to say.
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With free childcare provided, women were able to get assistance with resumes, hair and makeup help from Ulta Beauty, as well as a complementary professional headshot.
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The sale of the business to Diageo in 2021—reported to be in the region of 70 million pounds though never officially disclosed—was a professional high point.
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Perhaps because of this aesthetic of illusions, the earnest state pride evident in some of the pavilions turns out to feel especially delightful.
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His power in the Senate atop the chamber’s health committee and bipartisan respect as an earnest lawmaker proved inadequate to overcome his impeachment vote and Trump’s influence among Louisiana Republican voters.
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“No-nonsense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/no-nonsense. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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