in business

phrase

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.

Examples of in business in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Anniek Bao, Lim Hui Jie Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news. — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026

As Burns & Scalo Roofing marks 70 years in business, John Scalo is taking over as president, becoming the third generation of his family to lead the Pittsburgh company. — Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026

New York — Columbia House, a pioneer of subscription music before streaming, is shutting down after seven decades in business. — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026

The funds provided a crucial lifeline for 24/7 Real Media, demonstrating the power of creative, outside-the-box thinking in business survival. — David J. Moore, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for in business

• agribusiness
• nonbusiness