order of business
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of order of business
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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Given the inflation readings of late, investors are now assuming that rate hikes, not cuts, will be Warsh’s first order of business in 2026.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
The first order of business: declaring my intentions.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 22, 2026
Wolves will be preparing for life in the Championship this summer and their only order of business is the future of experienced right-back Matt Doherty, 34.
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2026
The NBA regular season ended Sunday and the first order of business for teams that fell short of making the playoffs was to evaluate their head coach.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 13, 2026
My second order of business was with his locker.
From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia
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