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
According to sources, her character, no-nonsense nurse Carla Espinosa, is factored into early plans for the reboot.
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Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
Why did his generally no-nonsense father keep it at their house in Westchester, a neighborhood near Los Angeles International Airport?
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 2 Dec. 2024
Popular on Variety At first with cautious skepticism, Rita begins to form alliances with other angels, such as the endearing Bebé (Alejandra Vásquez) and the no-nonsense Sulmy (Ángela Quevedo).
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
This no-nonsense formula adds volume and lifts the lashes without getting messy.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 22 Nov. 2024
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Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
Why did his generally no-nonsense father keep it at their house in Westchester, a neighborhood near Los Angeles International Airport?
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 2 Dec. 2024
Popular on Variety At first with cautious skepticism, Rita begins to form alliances with other angels, such as the endearing Bebé (Alejandra Vásquez) and the no-nonsense Sulmy (Ángela Quevedo).
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024
This no-nonsense formula adds volume and lifts the lashes without getting messy.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 22 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for no-nonsense
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But less interesting doesn’t mean less impactful, as Foxx imbues with solemn reverence the emotional turmoil of re-learning to stand, walk, and clean himself.Lucy Ford, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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The actors are prime, but the movie is a solemn affair that could use more grandeur.Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
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After debuting some serious acting chops in 2016’s Mr. Robot, Joey Bada$$ took a brief hiatus from music in 2019 to explore that outlet.Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 13 Dec. 2024
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Once at the hospital, it was determined that the serious injuries were not life-threatening, Booth said.Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 13 Dec. 2024
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Eldest children may create stern rules for their kids, such as a chore chart and strict bedtime routines.Alex Vance, Parents, 9 Dec. 2024
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The speaker of the National Assembly read a stern statement on camera demanding that the president hold off a visit to the National Assembly until security matters are ironed out.Joohee Cho, ABC News, 7 Dec. 2024
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Individuals with disabilities are generally aware of the federal SSDI program, but many may not know that the TTW component offers professional resources to help achieve personal fulfillment through meaningful employment.Diane Winiarski, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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The Bachelorette star, 27, and the professional dancer, 40, joined Dancing with the Stars co-host Alfonso Ribeiro and his wife, Angela Ribeiro, for their 10th Annual DWTS Thanksgiving Feast.Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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The softer direction accompanied equally earnest lyrics, most of which found Pillsbury struggling to make sense of his breakup with social media star Emma Chamberlain last fall after three years of dating.Rachel DeSantis, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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State budget negotiations will not start in earnest until the new year, but Gov. Hochul is already backing off a push to cut funding to New York school districts that are losing enrollment.Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 4 Dec. 2024
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“No-nonsense.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/no-nonsense. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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