Pronunciation: /du ˈbɪznəs/
noun a person's regular occupation, profession, or trade
A1 I like to do business with my friends.
A2 She learned how to do business online during the pandemic.
B1 The company decided to do business with a new supplier.
B2 In order to expand globally, the company needed to do business in different countries.
C1 His ability to do business negotiations effectively is well-known in the industry.
C2 The merger was successful because both companies knew how to do business in a competitive market.
verb to engage in commercial, industrial, or professional activities
A1 I do business with my neighbor by selling her vegetables from my garden.
A2 She does business online, selling handmade jewelry to customers all over the world.
B1 The company does business with suppliers in multiple countries to ensure they have a diverse range of products.
B2 As a successful entrepreneur, he knows how to do business negotiations effectively to secure the best deals.
C1 The merger between the two companies will change the way they do business in the industry.
C2 Her strategic approach to doing business has helped her company become a leader in the market.
formal Our company is looking for new partners to do business with in the European market.
informal I heard that Tom is trying to do business with that new startup.
slang Let's get down to business and start doing some deals.
figurative Sometimes you have to play hardball to do business in this industry.
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