This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Friday, April 24, 2026 (20 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Friday puzzles are themeless and hard, with clues that are vague on purpose.
Answer length: 12 squares
First letter
B _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First and last letters
B _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ E
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BUSINESSLIKE
About the answer
BUSINESSLIKE as a word: Methodical and efficient, in a way that would be advantageous to a business or businessperson; Earnest and practical without being distracted or enthusiastic.
BUSINESSLIKE has been an answer once in the NYT Crossword and Mini puzzles we have on file, which go back to October 23, 2025.
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