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as in companies
a commercial or industrial activity or organization
most of the local businesses belong to the association
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as in things
something to be dealt with
we have one piece of business remaining for today's meeting
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as in jobs
the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
plants going about the business of photosynthesis provide the Earth with a renewable source of oxygen
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as in areas
a region of activity, knowledge, or influence
if you want a medical malpractice lawyer, he's the best in the business
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as in missions
a specific task with which a person or group is charged
the interrogators demanded to know what business the suspect had in the restricted area at that time of night
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as in betrayals
the act or fact of violating the trust or confidence of another
the price for giving the drug lord the business was certain death
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Recent Examples of businesses
Rapid growth across parts of Northern Colorado is colliding with a growing challenge — being able to access enough electricity to support new homes and businesses.
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Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 2 June 2026
As courts weigh transgender military bans and states restrict gender-affirming care, some corporations retreat from sponsorship while local businesses step up to keep hometown Pride celebrations funded and visible.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
Curry is the founder and CEO of Thirty Ink, that includes businesses such as Unanimous Media, bourbon brand Gentleman’s Cut and 7k marketing consultancy.
—Justina Lee, CNBC, 2 June 2026
Stop here for suggestions on the best nearby dog-friendly parks for your pup, to pick up breakfast vouchers, and to grab a list of participating local businesses that offer discounts to Hotel Lucia guests.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The company has faced scrutiny over the potential risks associated with advanced AI models, particularly as governments and businesses explore new uses for the technology.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Across the city, businesses have responded with promotions and incentives rarely seen during Dubai’s post-pandemic tourism boom.
—Melanie Swan, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
For businesses, mitigation means reducing the carbon footprint of operations, supply chains, and products by transitioning to renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, and reducing waste.
—Anjali Chaudhry, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
What changed on May 4 is that Amazon opened this service up for all businesses – not just the small brands that have been there all along, but every kind of company at every size, from American Eagle retail orders to Procter & Gamble raw-material shipments between factories.
—Patrick Van Esch, The Conversation, 25 May 2026
Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 2 June 2026
As courts weigh transgender military bans and states restrict gender-affirming care, some corporations retreat from sponsorship while local businesses step up to keep hometown Pride celebrations funded and visible.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
Curry is the founder and CEO of Thirty Ink, that includes businesses such as Unanimous Media, bourbon brand Gentleman’s Cut and 7k marketing consultancy.
—Justina Lee, CNBC, 2 June 2026
Stop here for suggestions on the best nearby dog-friendly parks for your pup, to pick up breakfast vouchers, and to grab a list of participating local businesses that offer discounts to Hotel Lucia guests.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
The company has faced scrutiny over the potential risks associated with advanced AI models, particularly as governments and businesses explore new uses for the technology.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 June 2026
Across the city, businesses have responded with promotions and incentives rarely seen during Dubai’s post-pandemic tourism boom.
—Melanie Swan, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
For businesses, mitigation means reducing the carbon footprint of operations, supply chains, and products by transitioning to renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, and reducing waste.
—Anjali Chaudhry, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
What changed on May 4 is that Amazon opened this service up for all businesses – not just the small brands that have been there all along, but every kind of company at every size, from American Eagle retail orders to Procter & Gamble raw-material shipments between factories.
—Patrick Van Esch, The Conversation, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for businesses
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Officials at the Air Resources Board then spent the last several months drafting and revising the plan voted on this week, which received considerable feedback from oil and gas companies, environmental groups, lobbyists and lawmakers all jockeying for different priorities.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The program currently requires companies to submit a plan to the EPA outlining safety precautions, hazard assessments in the case of an accidental release and emergency response steps.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
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Jonathan liked to drop in on patients, ask how things were going.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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Kenny is going through her things and counts 26 black T-shirts.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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The plan both helps train entry-level workers to be substance use counselors, case managers and community health workers and also offers zero-interest forgivable loans to workers already in those jobs.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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The April jobs report came in well ahead of consensus, reflecting the resilience of the economy in the face of rising oil prices and Iran war uncertainty.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Zev Fima,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
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As previously mentioned, tough decisions will need to be made this summer around Romero, Vicario and Richarlison, but any money Spurs earn from potentially selling them can be reinvested in other areas of the squad.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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In winter, warm-season grass grows minimally or not at all in some areas.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2026
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Meanwhile, South Korea selected the platform for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance missions with its Navy and Marine Corps, with deployment expected later this decade.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
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These numerous flights took a big workload and freed up other pilots for combat missions.—
William Lambers,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
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As Madison cuts, colors, and styles, each appointment becomes a jaw-dropping saga of secrets, betrayals, and twists.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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Our Extraordinary Summer by Lori Wilde Estranged sisters Calista and Athena Dempsey are forced to reunite on Hobby Island after their mother’s death, confronting old betrayals and unhealed wounds.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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And the trucking firms that Target contracts with can operate with fuller loads.—
Aldo Svaldi,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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Venture capital and private equity firms have backed egg freezing start-ups, and have bought up and invested in existing private and academic fertility clinics to consolidate them into giant networks.—
Lesley Stahl,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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To make matters worse, officials said that they are not being adopted fast enough.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
2 June 2026
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This is why wind speed matters so much.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
2 June 2026
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“Businesses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/businesses. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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