show business
noun
: the arts, occupations, and businesses (such as theater, movies, and television) that comprise the entertainment industry
Examples of show business in a Sentence
She has been in show business for over 30 years.
actors trying to break into show business
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In rapid-fire fashion, the 42-year-old Ellison has become show business’ ultimate disruptor.
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Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
That’s just the nature of show business.
—Peter White, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2025
Don’t hesitate to act on exploratory ideas related to the entertainment world, show business or sports.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
Having two parents working in show business led to an unconventional upbringing for Ben and Amy.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
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Tatiana Siegel, Variety, 4 Nov. 2025
That’s just the nature of show business.
—Peter White, Deadline, 3 Nov. 2025
Don’t hesitate to act on exploratory ideas related to the entertainment world, show business or sports.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
Having two parents working in show business led to an unconventional upbringing for Ben and Amy.
—Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for show business
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“Show business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/show%20business. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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