business card
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of business card
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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The story might have stopped there except the paramedic slipped Dale's business card into Jonathan's bag.
From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025
“Over here, buddy,” said a vendor as he flashed a business card.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 11, 2025
When someone recognizes him, he shakes their hand and gives them a business card.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 7, 2025
“Simply moving people around and giving them a new business card doesn’t change the system,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 13, 2025
Oliver pushed through Mr. Rochester’s business card last.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
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