in the business of
The phrase "in the business of" is often used to describe someone's professional involvement or activities.
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Definition
B2General
(idiomatic)Actively engaged or involved in a specific activity, profession, or trade.
Example
- The company is in the business of providing high-quality customer service.
- She is in the business of designing innovative software solutions.
B2General
(idiomatic, negative)Not typically engaged in a specific activity, often implying disapproval or unsuitability.
Example
- We are not in the business of spreading rumors.
- The school is not in the business of making profits.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in the business of":
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