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

Early credibility in business comes from delivering real results. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Still, individuals Variety spoke with at competing studios — especially in business affairs, the less glamorous but vital department that closes contracts — were aghast. — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026

Here's why Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news. — Jenni Reid, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026

In addition to the OpenAI financing talks, the company last month expanded a partnership with South Korean conglomerate SK Group and said the companies will be doing more than $500 billion in business with each other. — Bloomberg, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for in business

• agribusiness
• nonbusiness