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
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
Myron Magnet, the magazine’s editor from 1994 through 2006, says he “hired Tony Daniels almost as the first order of business when I took over.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026
His first order of business was to invite a veritable who’s who of local arts groups and events to call the venue home.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 9, 2025
"The first order of business is for us to agree what it is that we’re celebrating. It's been my birthday twice already this month."
From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse
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