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
In walks the no-nonsense, charismatic yet enigmatic Jerry.
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Justin Kroll, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025
That kind of no-nonsense mentality cuts right through all the nonsense and puts the focus on the work.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2025
DiLorenzo, with his entrepreneurial track record in development and philanthropy, is likely to jump in soon and could excel by appealing to voters weary of Washington insiders, channeling a no-nonsense approach to economic growth.
—Kristin Tate, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
But my urologist was a no-nonsense guy.
—Daryl Wilber, Health, 14 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for no-nonsense
Justin Kroll, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025
That kind of no-nonsense mentality cuts right through all the nonsense and puts the focus on the work.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2025
DiLorenzo, with his entrepreneurial track record in development and philanthropy, is likely to jump in soon and could excel by appealing to voters weary of Washington insiders, channeling a no-nonsense approach to economic growth.
—Kristin Tate, Boston Herald, 15 Oct. 2025
But my urologist was a no-nonsense guy.
—Daryl Wilber, Health, 14 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for no-nonsense
Recent Examples of Synonyms for no-nonsense
Adjective
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With interest growing significantly in recent years, attendees are reminded that this is a solemn event.—
Caitlin Looby,
jsonline.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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The elephants were more solemn and inward-looking than we are typically shown, the zebras startlingly intricate and finely drawn.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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If Haaland isn’t my choice here, there should be serious consideration at The Athletic about sacking me.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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As for the safety of the drug, about 10% of the adults taking enlicitide experienced serious adverse events during the study and a similar share, about 12%, of those taking a placebo experienced adverse events in the study.—
Jacqueline Howard,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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On Academy Street, taken over by Dominicans, the Fourth translated into a jubilant handful of families and neighbors on each stretch of sidewalk, with speakers, folding chairs, and beer bottles at the foot of stern buildings.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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The boat can easily accommodate a dozen guests, thanks to the abundant seating, including a rear-facing lounge at the stern and bow lounge.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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This factual omission extended as well to his professional life.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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Public approval of Congress is near historic lows, and polling shows that many voters believe professional politicians are self-interested and out of touch.—
Jeff Harden,
The Conversation,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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His antics, which include hysterical subway-riding tutorials and his earnest but confounding interventions, come from a good place.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
3 Nov. 2025
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If the sale is canceled, the seller may be able to keep the earnest money deposit, depending on state law.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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“No-nonsense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/no-nonsense. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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