no-nonsense

Example Sentences

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The effect of this is reflected in a no-nonsense comment from a police spokesman to the Nottingham Post.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

The memory of that day sparked a smile from actor Jane Kaczmarek, who played no-nonsense mother Lois on the show.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Alvin Hellerstein, the US judge overseeing the case against deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, is a no-nonsense 92-year-old with a long list of high-profile cases on his CV.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

“This is the kind of no-nonsense, results-driven warfighting that America demands, and you’re delivering it in spades,” Hegseth said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

“You are a real American! Ready to get to work, a no-nonsense person! Very good. First of all, tell me how you think we compare to Glass?”

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie