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probusiness

British  
/ prəʊˈbɪznɪs /

adjective

  1. in favour of or supporting the practices of business

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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"People don't dare to start something because it's expensive, and a lot of banks are reluctant to loan money to set up a proper business," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Matthews was cited for violations including lacking a proper business license and failing to give dogs adequate room to stand or lie down in cages.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2024

"The attempt to obstruct the proper business of the court and the furtherance of justice comes from you."

From Salon • Aug. 29, 2023

"It's like a proper business," the 26-year-old says.

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2018

"I never concern myself about anything but my proper business, which is not to look after girls of eighteen——" "Then why did you send for me here?" she asked, with lightning rapidity.

From Brooke's Daughter A Novel by Sergeant, Adeline

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