Businesslike

He spoke of sex in a rather businesslike manner, which was how he tried to avoid talking about his problems with intimacy.

Krista's curt, businesslike tone put off her clients at the maternity ward, especially on their special days.

The prime minister's businesslike approach to welfare reform earned him accolades among the upper class.

She approaches everything with a businesslike attitude.

She didn't show any emotion as she spoke to him; her manner was cold and businesslike.

Negotiations with the president of the United States Donald Trump took place in a frank and businesslike atmosphere.

The gunners stood by the guns waiting, and the ammunition waggons were at a business-like distance.

Further along, the road passes a low E-shape of red-brick estate buildings, obviously modern, yet all of a piece with this sensible, attractive and businesslike village.

Then, with a businesslike rigor, he grasped the outstretched palm of Casey DeSantis, Florida’s first lady.