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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MassMutual has been in business for over 170 years, and carries the highest ratings for financial security from AM Best.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
The gallery is also celebrating 55 years in business.
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Selling tickets while keeping your artistic identity is a rare feat, and Warner Bros. naturally wants to be in business with Coogler, not to mention his frequent collaborator Jordan.
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Kim Elsesser, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
MassMutual Life Insurance Learn More Cost The best way to estimate your costs is to request a quote
App available
Yes
Policy highlights
MassMutual has been in business for over 170 years, and carries the highest ratings for financial security from AM Best.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
The gallery is also celebrating 55 years in business.
—Eric E. Harrison, Arkansas Online, 23 Apr. 2025
Selling tickets while keeping your artistic identity is a rare feat, and Warner Bros. naturally wants to be in business with Coogler, not to mention his frequent collaborator Jordan.
—Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2025
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“In business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20business. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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