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
Players such as Tuch, who emerged as one of the best two-way forwards in the NHL this season, and Zucker, a reliable veteran who gets to the front of the net and plays a no-nonsense game, are vital pieces to a winning team.
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Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
Rodgers was a member of Newington High’s first cross country team and also ran track under Frank O’Rourke, a no-nonsense coach who gave Bill and his brother Charlie and their friend Jason Kehoe a hard time about their long hair.
—Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2025
From her breakout role in Dreamgirls to her current role as the no-nonsense Barbara Howard on Abbott Elementary, she’s been giving excellence, elegance, and true talent for decades.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 17 Apr. 2025
In a series regular role, Pietz will play Donna, the no-nonsense high school secretary.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
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Matthew Fairburn, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
Rodgers was a member of Newington High’s first cross country team and also ran track under Frank O’Rourke, a no-nonsense coach who gave Bill and his brother Charlie and their friend Jason Kehoe a hard time about their long hair.
—Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2025
From her breakout role in Dreamgirls to her current role as the no-nonsense Barbara Howard on Abbott Elementary, she’s been giving excellence, elegance, and true talent for decades.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 17 Apr. 2025
In a series regular role, Pietz will play Donna, the no-nonsense high school secretary.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for no-nonsense
Adjective
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Far from solemn, the atmosphere has turned into a party of thousands.—
Katie Primm,
NBC news,
9 May 2025
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Over the decades, observance of V-E Day in the West has assumed a more muted, solemn tone.—
Noah Rothman,
National Review,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Improper neck manipulation or excessive force can lead to serious injury, including nerve damage and muscle strain.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
12 May 2025
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Increasingly, however, the interviews that are the bedrock of film coverage are fewer, shorter and more lightweight, often to the point of being useless for anyone trying to write a serious piece.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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The president shared no caption alongside the image, which depicts him sitting with a stern expression and holding up one finger while wearing white and gold papal attire, including a large cross necklace.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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However, none will have criminal records after their cases are adjudicated, under a deal the district attorney offered during a stern press conference on Tuesday.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Readers should not rely solely on the content of this article and are encouraged to seek professional advice tailored to their specific circumstances.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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However, early tools lacked vital personalized insights and deeper guidance, unlike professional coaches or nutritionists.—
Igor Epshteyn,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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The film will follow a pompous food critic (Roth) and the earnest son-of-a-chef (Fernández) who must outcook, outrun, and outwit a ruthless queen-pin (Higareda Howes) in order to save the son’s family restaurant – and themselves.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
7 May 2025
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There is enough meat here for more than one earnest debate-play, but mercifully, Rosenbatt hasn’t written it.—
David Benedict,
Variety,
7 May 2025
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“No-nonsense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/no-nonsense. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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