businesslike

Example Sentences

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Ms. Thompson’s Jacki is at first businesslike, but her warmth toward Nick and her dismay at his plight are revealed when she, too, addresses us directly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The senior Ukrainian source told AFP that the tone of rhetoric between the White House and Kyiv was now "very businesslike."

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025

No crowns or robes, with the King looking businesslike in a suit.

From BBC • May 27, 2025

He might therefore follow the inclinations of certain of his key economic advisers like transition leader Lutnick, who favor a more pragmatic, businesslike relationship with China.

From Salon • Dec. 28, 2024

Now,” he said, turning businesslike, “lie back down. I want to—” Jonas did.

From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry