serious-minded
Example Sentences
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It is a harmless game, and some serious-minded people play it.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
Sir Keir is an intelligent, incredibly diligent, serious-minded politician who has achieved extraordinary things.
From BBC • Sep. 27, 2025
The panel has historically operated in a bipartisan manner, and is largely composed of serious-minded lawmakers rather than strident partisans.
From New York Times • Jun. 6, 2024
In Germany and Scandinavia, the easygoing brand stands out in a market saturated with serious-minded technical apparel.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 19, 2023
His music became serious-minded and earnest, but it is debatable whether he changed the world.
From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall
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