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as in amusement
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as in showbiz
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Recent Examples of show business
After a friend recommended that Zimmerman try a job in show business as an assistant, Zimmerman began working his way in the industry, eventually becoming a sound editor on sets.
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Leia Mendoza, Variety, 29 July 2025
Though Zane Grey first reviewed the mako’s convincing performances as a gamefish, entrepreneur Frank Mundus deserves for giving it its first real break in show business.
—Pat Smith, Outdoor Life, 24 July 2025
Kinsey’s not alone in scraping her way through show business.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 23 July 2025
Despite more than 50 years in show business – running the gamut of Broadway, TV and film − Martin Short refreshingly still feels nervous ahead of hosting his first game show.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 23 July 2025
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Leia Mendoza, Variety, 29 July 2025
Though Zane Grey first reviewed the mako’s convincing performances as a gamefish, entrepreneur Frank Mundus deserves for giving it its first real break in show business.
—Pat Smith, Outdoor Life, 24 July 2025
Kinsey’s not alone in scraping her way through show business.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 23 July 2025
Despite more than 50 years in show business – running the gamut of Broadway, TV and film − Martin Short refreshingly still feels nervous ahead of hosting his first game show.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for show business
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Meanwhile, there are vast numbers of people who would like to put together songs from clips and samples, either for their own amusement or for commercial reasons.—
Trevor Clawson,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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That element of surprise is inherently missing in the sequel, to its detriment, but screenwriters Derek Kolstad and Aaron Rabin’s simple but ingenious premise provides plenty of amusement.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Aug. 2025
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Hynes White was born in St. John's, the capital of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador, to parents in the showbiz industry.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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For every famous showbiz family like the Skarsgårds, Arquettes or Baldwins, others have a network of creatives with different names (like cousins Nicolas Cage, Sofia Coppola and Jason Schwartzman of the Coppola family).—
Katie Labovitz,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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The part of the celebrations that most interests my home entertainment channel, though, is the launch on October 7 of the film’s new 4K Blu-ray edition.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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According to the video platform, those eligible to apply for the relief funds include not only YouTube creators but also editors, writers and other industry professionals who work in the broader entertainment industry.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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The Hollywood Tesla Diner is loaded with fast V4 Superchargers, Cybertrucks and Model Ys – and by all appearances is almost ready to open.—
Brooke Crothers,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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This story appeared in the July 9 issue of The Hollywood Reporter magazine.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
13 July 2025
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The theory is that each of these tax rates distinctly discourages the production and the seizing of initiative in the economy; therefore, cutting them enhances economic activity to an uncommon degree.—
Brian Domitrovic,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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The new effort comes as President Trump pressures Apple and other tech giants to shift production to domestic soil.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
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The buzzy seaside metropolis is famous for its nightlife, but the city is also tied with Melbourne for the highest rating for diversity and inclusivity.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Its core business is a real-time marketplace, matching unpredictable demand (from airport trips to nightlife to daily commutes) with flexible supply.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The rising tide of active Americans is lifting the boats of the recreation sector.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
14 Aug. 2025
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The following recreation sites and Forest Service roads are temporarily closed for fire personnel and public safety.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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Prioritize In-Person Meetings Conflicts with investors are typically handled via emails, video calls and presentations.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The trainees had already been reminded that they wouldn’t be allowed to pause the video or remove the audio during their presentation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Show business.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/show%20business. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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