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How to pronounce businesslike

“businesslike” pronunciation in American and British English

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“businesslike” in real sentences

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  1. businesslike, they were largely positive.

    State Department

  2. businesslike relationship with is Vladimir Putin.

    The Obama White House

  3. a businesslike fashion when it comes to that.

    The Scottish Parliament

  4. It was more of an informal setting, so it wasn’t too businesslike.

    UK Parliament

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