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Meaning of 不苟言笑

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gǒu yán xiào
serious in speech and manner; reticent; taciturn (idiom)
Example Sentences
1
Mr Kim is an ace non-smiler.
2
Which makes Carell, master of the awkward laugh, a perfect choice to play the lead.
3
The interviewer was of the serious, taciturn type, but I could tell the answer registered.
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Riddles, whatnot. Heroes don't tell jokes. Heroes keep it grim. Saving people is serious business.
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A well-rounded man, known for his work in astronomy and mathematics, the Irish-born Thomson was a tall, austere figure with a narrow face and keenly penetrating eyes.