no-nonsense

I catch something out of the corner of my eye. It's a no-nonsense lady from our neighborhood out for a midday walk.

While he's never been a star, he is still a solid, no nonsense big man with the scariest eyes in the League.

In an age of inflated egos and "creative" resume production, behavioral interviews involve lots of no-nonsense "show me" questions.

This week's two-day dialogue will be the last on the Chinese side for Madame Wu, a favourite of the US for her no-nonsense style.

Lucidor is exactly what I'm looking for: a straight-forward, no-nonsense eBook reading application that works on Linux, Mac and Windows.

I said to myself, you let me try, this no-nonsense what.

Mr Kan's wife (his first cousin) is also well-regarded, mainly for her straight-talking manner and no-nonsense influence on Mr Kan.

SHE arrived in the presidential palace with a reputation as a no-nonsense manager, but one who had never previously held elected office.

But even if the character is not the best president, we still have to appreciate that Lister is a giant, no-nonsense man.

As you seek to identify those strengths, consider how colleagues and peers describe you (e. g. , creative, reliable, no-nonsense, etc. ).

But, Tess, no nonsense about "d'Urberville" ; -- "Durbeyfield" only, you know - quite another name. '

I knew I should thank her, but the memory of her no-nonsense, crisp classroom demeanor still intimidated me.

Now, with his no-nonsense money book Multiple Streams of Income, Allen reports the overwhelming evidence of his findings.

It even has an Antony Gormley outside, a giant human figure made of cubes that has generated some controversy in no-nonsense Anchorage.

A no-nonsense attendant in rainboots took us past rows of barking dogs, many big and scary, at least to me.

Kaley appears on the cover of the January issue of SELF magazine and revealed simple, no nonsense fitness tips in an informative interview.

The police have reacted with characteristic gusto to Mr Gayoom's call for a "no-nonsense" approach to extremism.

"Yes, hello, Tony, " I said, in a no-nonsense way.

Poulsen is known as a no-nonsense midfielder - but the man himself is keen to stress that he's more than just an enforcer.

Her current style seems to suit her, because it's short and no-nonsense. Her choice of clothes reflects a similar aesthetic.

Nancy is a down-to-earth, no-nonsense sort of secretary. She is her boss's capable assistant.

He sees himself as a no-nonsense entrepreneur with a loathing of corporate blather.

We'll have no nonsense of that sort.

The hard working Brocchi is a no-nonsense midfield general, but his departure from Milan was a difficult one.

"The little boys in the State Department " had better be careful because Rogers would brook no nonsense .

Watching from across the parking lot are two female special agents, including the straight forward, no-nonsense Agent Brinker.

For someone known to be serious, no-nonsense and cocky sometimes, the 32-year-old musician has a surprisingly soft and romantic side too.

This bold sports watch from Fossil offers comfort and a sleek, no-nonsense style.

His many fans certainly do; they appreciate his no-nonsense approach to racing and his refusal to complain or make excuses.

Thanks to Jim Skinner's no-nonsense leadership, the global restaurant juggernaut is doing better than ever.

Master the Facts Multiplication is a no-nonsense drill and practice program to aide students in learning multiplication facts.

Philippe Senderos - 7: Is fast becoming Mr Dependable at the back for the Gunners. A no-nonsense performance from the young Swiss defender.

His brief resignation statement on Thursday night was written in his typical no-nonsense style.

'She is somebody that can develop relationships very quickly. A no-nonsense person, ' she said.

Terse , effective, and no nonsense- --these are the obvious effects of his prose .

MT: Let's begin with a no-nonsense question. What's your favorite cereal?

Talk no nonsense to her ! Go find the professor for me !

President Obama says Clapper's no-nonsense style will be an asset in his new job.

Burly power forward with a no nonsense approach .

Managers' reading habits often reflect this no-nonsense attitude. Few read deeply about art.

S. at the age of 15. I started my new life with two suitcases, my brother and sister, and a strong, no-nonsense mother.

It's no nonsense, he has the total respect of the players because of what he has achieved at Porto and Chelsea and they all buy into it.

HP's is a combination of engineering smarts and no-nonsense problem-solving.

So a no nonsense 2-0 win against struggling Manchester City would be a sensible start to the three crucial games in six days.

The Sloan School of Management is renowned for no-nonsense quantitative methods.

She says she will stand no nonsense, ie will not put up with foolish behaviour.

Are our managers no-nonsense aggressive competitors or are they more concerned with driving out inefficiencies?

We wanted to create a no-nonsense identity that reflected the nature of Oskar's work without being overly descriptive.

Better to accept responsibility the way you'd clean a wound: quickly, thoroughly, with no nonsense whatsoever.

His fearless, no-nonsense approach resolved more than one stand-off.

Yanukovych's supporters also claim that he has a good record of no-nonsense delivery on bread and butter issues.

A black sweater and thin brown belt make this girl's sunny yellow dress seem no-nonsense.

the no-nonsense Barbara, a chain-smoking spinster in sensible shoes.

Putin and Medvedev are awsome. firm, no nonsense, stand up, honest, and have concern for the world around them.

an unmistakably domineering female who will brook no nonsense . . .

The DLX-218B is a straight forward, no nonsense 18-inch bass double reflex subwoofer with exceptional low frequency response.

He's a tough, no-nonsense patriot who was our commander in Afghanistan.

The SVP-X18B is a straight forward, no nonsense 18-inch bass reflex subwoofer with exceptional low frequency response.

no politics , no nonsense , no surrender.

The SI-18BX is a straight forward, no nonsense 18-inch bass reflex subwoofer with exceptional low frequency response.

Now picture France's no-nonsense President Nicolas Sarkozy as that official zipping around before diplomatic VIPs.

No nonsense any more, Let's start the show.

Note that clear, no-nonsense headline won.

No nonsense -- that's the best way to describe this winger.

He is a class of people has no nonsense, he can focus on listening to the teacher lecture, he has also been quite satisfactory.

At 53, Sarabi is no-nonsense. She is a chemist by trade and speaks good English.

Look at how models are used as alibis by otherwise no-nonsense operators in order to engage in reckless actions.

Yes, it is no-nonsense to say: Think of really, think of that 5 cents money edible of ice-sucker;

Health and Safety: A no-nonsense summary of Government rules and regulations

Interesting lessons from a no-nonsense territory for XML

Jimmy bruno - no nonsense jazz guitar

stand no nonsense from somebody

Tries First Time Shots - Players like Alan Shearer tend to shoot as soon as they see the goal. (No nonsense)