in business
idiom
1
: operating as a business
The hotel has been in business for over 150 years.
Customer satisfaction is important if you want to stay in business.
2
informal
: ready to begin doing or using something
Just plug in the computer and you're in business!
He quickly changed the tire, and was back in business in 10 minutes.
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The Global Business Travel Association projected a 10.4% increase in business travel spending throughout 2025.
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Duke Chung, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Doubt and mystery can power curiosity, which is a powerful force in business.
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After six years in business, the owner of the Riptide bar and restaurant in Fells Point says the party is over.
—Jeff Abell, Baltimore Sun, 14 Jan. 2025
While leading Duke Energy, Good has often been considered one of the world's most powerful women in business.
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Duke Chung, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Doubt and mystery can power curiosity, which is a powerful force in business.
—Stephanie Dillon, Rolling Stone, 14 Jan. 2025
After six years in business, the owner of the Riptide bar and restaurant in Fells Point says the party is over.
—Jeff Abell, Baltimore Sun, 14 Jan. 2025
While leading Duke Energy, Good has often been considered one of the world's most powerful women in business.
—Ashley Mahoney, Axios, 13 Jan. 2025
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“In business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20business. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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