In business Meaning in English
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Definition
'In business' means that a company or person is operating and active, not closed down. It can also mean being involved in commercial activities.
Usage & Nuances
'In business' is semi-formal and widely used for talking about companies or shops that are still operating or for people engaged in commerce. Do not confuse with 'doing business' (actively conducting deals). In a casual context, 'we're in business!' can also mean 'we're ready to go' when something starts working.
Example Sentences
The store has been in business for 20 years.
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Are you still in business after the pandemic?
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My uncle has been in business since he was young.
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Only a few local bookstores are still in business these days.
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If you fix the printer, we’re in business!
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Both of her parents are in business, so she knows a lot about running a company.
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