business language
Example Sentences
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In 1977, passage of Bill 101 made French Quebec's everyday business language, and obligated children of immigrants to attend elementary and high school in French, leading to the departure of many English speakers.
From Reuters • May 27, 2022
“English is the premier business language of today, and The FT has a 127-year history of excellent reporting in this language,” he wrote.
From New York Times • Nov. 22, 2015
I wanted to be able to speak with the CFO, and I realized I did not have a foundation in business language.
From Forbes • Jul. 15, 2013
He talked about his experience exclusively in business language.
From The Guardian • Jul. 21, 2012
Opposition is becoming a frequent substitute for competition in business language; it implies that the competitor is an opponent and hinderer.
From English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions by Fernald, James Champlin
