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Recent Examples of big business
The Qataris, the Saudis and the Serbs have all gone into big business with them, to name just a few.
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Shawn McCreesh, New York Times, 22 May 2025
In the last five years, marijuana has become a big business in Missouri.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2025
Gambling on Eurovision is big business, and sports betting firms — who give their two cents on the odds of each contender — have a decent track record of identifying which songs will do well at Saturday’s grand final.
—Andrew Jones, NBC news, 16 May 2025
Fixing them is equal parts scientific miracle, big business, and human tragedy—a gnarly, technically complex procedure that requires months or years of painful recovery.
—The Atlantic, 15 May 2025
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Shawn McCreesh, New York Times, 22 May 2025
In the last five years, marijuana has become a big business in Missouri.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2025
Gambling on Eurovision is big business, and sports betting firms — who give their two cents on the odds of each contender — have a decent track record of identifying which songs will do well at Saturday’s grand final.
—Andrew Jones, NBC news, 16 May 2025
Fixing them is equal parts scientific miracle, big business, and human tragedy—a gnarly, technically complex procedure that requires months or years of painful recovery.
—The Atlantic, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for big business
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For organizations struggling with capacity or skill gaps, CTEM can deliver actionable insights and reduce noise, helping SOC teams become more effective.—
Seemant Sehgal,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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This was just one gathering that Coastal Kids, a 20-year-old organization, has hosted for families to provide an increased sense of community for these families of seriously ill kids, who often don’t get as many opportunities to socialize.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
16 June 2025
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This partnership opens the door to over 900 destinations across 700 territories, allowing travelers to book more flexible itineraries and earn or redeem frequent flyer miles across partner airlines—a valuable asset for executives who fly frequently.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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In January 2024, Drax formalized its partnership with GSNR with a memorandum of understanding.—
Tom Brown,
Wired News,
14 June 2025
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So, in February 1900, when MTV’s football players moved to start playing competitive games and indicated their desire to join the local football association, their fellow members were aghast.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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Elevated mortgage rates, skyrocketing prices and rising housing costs—including homeowners association fees and home insurance premiums—have pushed many prospective buyers to the sidelines, dampening demand.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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The teachers union and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, who used to be an organizer and legislative liaison for the union, are quick to shut down discussion of downsizing.—
Jennifer Smith Richards,
ProPublica,
13 June 2025
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However, Gac insisted that many of the performer’s lyrics are steeped in skepticism toward political leaders, union bosses, and employers.—
John Scott Lewinski,
The Washington Examiner,
13 June 2025
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Some organizations are experimenting with new community structures, digital guilds that provide continuity and belonging despite changing assignments.—
Arafat Kabir,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Unlike a typical guild or association, Academy membership is not open to applications.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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“Big business.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/big%20business. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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