go about one's business
The idiom "go about one's business" encourages maintaining normal activities and responsibilities, often in the face of distractions or unusual circumstances.
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Definition
B2Daily Life
(informal)To continue with usual tasks or activities, especially without being distracted by external factors.
Example
- Even with all the commotion outside, she went about her business as if nothing was happening.
B2Interpersonal
(informal)To handle or manage one's responsibilities without interference from others.
Example
- He told them to go about their business and not worry about the inspection.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "go about one's business":
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