show business
noun
: the arts, occupations, and businesses (such as theater, movies, and television) that comprise the entertainment industry
Examples of show business in a Sentence
She has been in show business for over 30 years.
actors trying to break into show business
Recent Examples on the Web
Jones is an actress After her father’s death, Jones focused on a career in show business.
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Jackie Tempera, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024
The show also loves to satirize show business and multiple episodes are set in Hollywood.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2024
The discussion centered on challenges faced by women directors in show business.
—Carita Rizzo, Variety, 18 Oct. 2024
Travis Kelce might just be following the lead of superstar girlfriend Taylor Swift with his newest stint in show business.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2024
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Jackie Tempera, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024
The show also loves to satirize show business and multiple episodes are set in Hollywood.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2024
The discussion centered on challenges faced by women directors in show business.
—Carita Rizzo, Variety, 18 Oct. 2024
Travis Kelce might just be following the lead of superstar girlfriend Taylor Swift with his newest stint in show business.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 14 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for show business
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“Show business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/show%20business. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.
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