- plural of business.
businesses
Example Sentences
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It can be more difficult to extract clients from family businesses and farms, and for families to split these assets.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 25, 2026
Imports cost more, businesses struggle to plan, and people's savings lose value.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
During the press conference announcing sanctions, Bessent was asked twice whether the administration would strengthen sanctions against Chinese banks and businesses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
“It’s not equitable, it’s taking resources from the community, local businesses and visitors, and it’s just come to a head.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
Washington’s finances were also in bad shape; the war had been tough on his businesses.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
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