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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On some level, reality stars have always been in business for themselves.
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 21 June 2025
Phoenix Books For your next beach read or book club pick, head to Phoenix Books, a SLO icon that's been in business for over 40 years.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
As a senior writer at Fortune, Emma has covered women in business and gender-lens news across business, politics, and culture.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 20 June 2025
American Express, which is marking its 175th year in business, has been a visible player in major sports for decades.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 20 June 2025
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Joe Reid, Vulture, 21 June 2025
Phoenix Books For your next beach read or book club pick, head to Phoenix Books, a SLO icon that's been in business for over 40 years.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
As a senior writer at Fortune, Emma has covered women in business and gender-lens news across business, politics, and culture.
—Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 20 June 2025
American Express, which is marking its 175th year in business, has been a visible player in major sports for decades.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 20 June 2025
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“In business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20business. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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