businesslike
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The bluff and businesslike Agrippa, not prone to exaggeration, deems it “the day on which the fate of the world would be decided.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 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
In front of the world's cameras, the two exchanged warm words, and a businesslike handshake, which set the tone for a generally respectful relationship.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 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
To my utter, utter surprise Henry leaned over and gave Julian a quick little businesslike kiss on the cheek.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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