the business
noun
British slang
: a very good or impressive person or thing
Since he's won the tournament, he thinks he's the business.
You should see their new office. It's the business.
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One idea that has already been discussed internally would see Real Madrid being effectively split into two different entities — separating the football side from the business side.
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Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Most point to his passion for the business, his never-ending enthusiasm and his integrity as among his most admirable qualities.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Now, advanced tech is taking on closets to help people choose their outfits for the day—and even professional fashion stylists are all-in on the business.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2025
Aella manages the business alongside co-founder Sudhan Pingili, who ran a chain of Indian restaurants before relocating to Charlotte from Seattle.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2025
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Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Most point to his passion for the business, his never-ending enthusiasm and his integrity as among his most admirable qualities.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Now, advanced tech is taking on closets to help people choose their outfits for the day—and even professional fashion stylists are all-in on the business.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2025
Aella manages the business alongside co-founder Sudhan Pingili, who ran a chain of Indian restaurants before relocating to Charlotte from Seattle.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2025
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“The business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20business. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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