mean business
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What kinds of questions do they ask that lets you know that they’re informed or they mean business?
From Los Angeles Times ● May 18, 2026
Drones and anti-drones mean business for a host of defense startups and established players.
From Barron's ● Feb. 11, 2026
“Union baristas mean business and are ready to do whatever it takes to win a fair contract,” Eisen said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2025
"Adrian is a racer and one of the most competitive people I have ever met. He quickly understood what we are trying to achieve. We mean business - and so does he."
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2024
I glare to let her know I mean business.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
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