businessman

Example Sentences

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Phelan, a former businessman with close ties to Trump who helped fundraising efforts for his presidential campaigns, ran afoul of both the president and Hegseth during his tenure, according to CNN.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

"I remember watching it and seeing a famous fight scene in the Cuillins," the businessman said.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The Lancashire businessman, who runs a chip shop in Chorley, has been in the business for almost 30 years.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Such an arrangement could appeal to the president’s brand as the ultimate deal maker and billionaire businessman.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

The businessman could only hope that this particular scythe didn’t have his sights set on seat 15C.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman