in business

phrase

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.

Examples of in business in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Just down the corridor, Jane Hertzmark Hudis, executive vice president and chief brand officer, is reflecting on how the founder’s original principals translate to today as the company celebrates 80 years in business. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

Suite 300, Overland Park, Kansas, 66210 [phone] Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news. — CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026

That remained in business until 1964, when a tornado destroyed the building. — Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

Owners Carlos and Jose Ulloa said the closure was due to a decline in business over the years and increasing cost of food supplies. — Emma Hall october 7, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for in business

• agribusiness
• nonbusiness