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.

Examples of the business in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Every additional layer of friction translates into forgone sales and lost revenue—not just for the business, but also for governments who see the digital economy as a key source of tax revenue. — Jon M. Huntsman, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2026

Outside the business, Emanuel is still best known as the model for Ari Gold, the agent played by Jeremy Piven on Entourage. — Lane Brown, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2026

Spence joined the business from ITV Studios in 2023, when Gardiner moved to a first-look deal. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2026

Front Porch Irish Pub will set up shop in downtown Pineville with plans to welcome customers by late October, the business posted on social media. — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for the business

• agribusiness
• nonbusiness