businesses
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Microfinance, loans issued in communities not served by traditional banks, would help poor people in developing countries start businesses and work their way toward prosperity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
About 60% of companies noted their Chinese rivals’ ability to leverage local businesses and ecosystems, speed to market, and cater products to local preferences.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Belfast city centre was deserted after many businesses shut up shop by lunchtime.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
What seems to be happening is that businesses, flush with profits, are eating cost increases tied to higher oil prices lest they drive away customers.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
I flip through gardening magazines, thick bills, and flyers from local businesses—who knew there were so many businesses around Somewhere?
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
![]()