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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Startups are advertising ‘AI employees’ and the likes of venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz are talking of AI ‘productizing and unbundling’ the business process outsourcing (BPO) sector that executes the core functions of corporations around the globe.
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Adam Gale, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
From a polished tote for the business class flier to a camp-ready fit for the outdoor enthusiast, these five ensembles are ready for your next adventure—starting at just $13.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
Together with the brand’s former chief executive officer Marie Leblanc, who left amicably and now runs Courrèges, Beckham worked hard on streamlining the back end of the business, including sourcing, supply chain and manufacturing.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Someone had to be on the business end of Aaron Judge's signature postseason moment.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
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Adam Gale, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2025
From a polished tote for the business class flier to a camp-ready fit for the outdoor enthusiast, these five ensembles are ready for your next adventure—starting at just $13.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
Together with the brand’s former chief executive officer Marie Leblanc, who left amicably and now runs Courrèges, Beckham worked hard on streamlining the back end of the business, including sourcing, supply chain and manufacturing.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Someone had to be on the business end of Aaron Judge's signature postseason moment.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for the business
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“The business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20business. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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