Definition of in business
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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“In business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20business. Accessed 18 Jun. 2021.
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