in business
idiom
1
: operating as a business
The hotel has been in business for over 150 years.
Customer satisfaction is important if you want to stay in business.
2
informal
: ready to begin doing or using something
Just plug in the computer and you're in business!
He quickly changed the tire, and was back in business in 10 minutes.
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Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2025
Enforcement is a four-letter word to progressives, and a crucial part of keeping businesses in business.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 23 Dec. 2025
His eldest brother, Pedro, holds a master's degree in business administration from the University of Miami while his other brother, Gui, holds a master of science in sport management from Barry University's School of Human Performance and Leisure Sciences.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025
The restaurant is closing after 70 years in business.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2025
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“In business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20business. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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