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as in patronage
transactions or economic support provided by customers
only places that are equal opportunity employers will get my business
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as in firm
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
most of the local businesses belong to the association
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as in matter
something to be dealt with
we have one piece of business remaining for today's meeting
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as in commerce
the buying and selling of goods especially on a large scale and between different places
this bookstore is a place of business, not a free library, so please do your reading elsewhere
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as in purpose
the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
plants going about the business of photosynthesis provide the Earth with a renewable source of oxygen
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as in area
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
if you want a medical malpractice lawyer, he's the best in the business
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as in job
a specific task with which a person or group is charged
the interrogators demanded to know what business the suspect had in the restricted area at that time of night
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as in treachery
the act or fact of violating the trust or confidence of another
the price for giving the drug lord the business was certain death
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Recent Examples of business
Ever wondered why small business prices aren’t always the lowest?
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Essence, 7 July 2025
His business experience running a music label and a hyper-focus on affordability are the way to do that, Myers said.
—William Melhado
july 7, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2025
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On Wednesday, Li urged global business leaders and senior government representatives to collaborate and avoid turning trade into a political or security issue.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 26 June 2025
As part of its long-term vision for responsible development, the county welcomes residents, business owners and civic stakeholders to attend and help shape growth management strategies.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 June 2025
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Essence, 7 July 2025
His business experience running a music label and a hyper-focus on affordability are the way to do that, Myers said.
—William Melhado
july 7, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2025
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On Wednesday, Li urged global business leaders and senior government representatives to collaborate and avoid turning trade into a political or security issue.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 26 June 2025
As part of its long-term vision for responsible development, the county welcomes residents, business owners and civic stakeholders to attend and help shape growth management strategies.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for business
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The hospital’s well-being garden, which opened in July 2024, was created in partnership with the RHS, Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity and NHS Charities Together — the latter of which is a joint patronage of Kate and Prince William.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
2 July 2025
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The regime sustains its power partly through its patronage networks.—
ERIC EDELMAN,
Foreign Affairs,
20 June 2025
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Chinese industrial firms’ profits plunged 9.1% in May, their sharpest drop in seven months.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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Eliminating the existing tax credits would likely kill up to 72% of the new wind and solar installations that were to be completed in the U.S. over the next decade, according to analysis from Rhodium Group, a research firm.—
Tracy J. Wholf,
CBS News,
30 June 2025
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Every one of the strikeouts Padres relief pitcher Jason Adam hurls matters.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 July 2025
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But before that could happen, some practical matters needed to be resolved.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
7 July 2025
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Conducting or participating in the conduct through a pattern of racketeering activity of such affairs of an enterprise affecting interstate commerce.—
Steve Weisman,
Forbes.com,
3 July 2025
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Nashville’s longstanding control over both the means of production and commerce has positioned its artists, creator and executives — including Sanders — as vital to the industry’s sustainability and evolution.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Responses are for informational purposes only and individuals should consider whether any general recommendation in these responses are suitable for their particular circumstances based on investment objectives, financial situation and needs.—
Steve Hruby,
The Enquirer,
8 July 2025
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Jason Robertson, Dallas Stars Robertson’s name has generated early buzz this summer, but not solely for extension purposes.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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The Wisconsin Department of Transportation posted signs on July 7 notifying motorists that an eastbound stretch of the state highway from the Main Street area in the village to Interstate 94 will undergo repairs on three nights, beginning July 8-9 and ending July 10-11.—
Jim Riccioli,
jsonline.com,
8 July 2025
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See live video from the area: Fire containment Understanding what 35% containment means Containment indicates what percentage of the fire perimeter has been surrounded by a control line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 July 2025
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Epperson graduated from Berea High School and Ohio University and had jobs at WEWS and WUAB-TV around a 1966-69 tour with the U.S. Army.—
Mike Barnes,
HollywoodReporter,
29 June 2025
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In the first episode of the series, it is revealed that 10 years ago, Gi-hun was laid off from an assembly job at Dragon Motor, a car manufacturing plant.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
29 June 2025
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The six-parter, to debut July 14, follows six groups of friends, and six historical cases of murder and treachery among them.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
19 June 2025
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But amid the bloodbaths and treacheries, Westeros still penciled in time for a little romance — some more compelling than others (Jon and Ygritte > Jon and Daenerys).—
Tyler Aquilina,
EW.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Business.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/business. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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