show business
noun
: the arts, occupations, and businesses (such as theater, movies, and television) that comprise the entertainment industry
Examples of show business in a Sentence
She has been in show business for over 30 years.
actors trying to break into show business
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Scott Rudin Plans His Return: The powerful producer who was exiled from Broadway and Hollywood four years ago after allegations of bullying has been quietly preparing to return to show business.
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Sarah Bahr, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
Jackson also spoke about how the industry has evolved in his three decades in show business, saying he's seen a shift toward the conservative in recent years.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Chopard For straight star power Chopard was difficult to beat as the Swiss luxury brand helped dress several of the biggest names in the show business.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Link’s exploding cart is making its journey into show business.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 28 Mar. 2025
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Sarah Bahr, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
Jackson also spoke about how the industry has evolved in his three decades in show business, saying he's seen a shift toward the conservative in recent years.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Chopard For straight star power Chopard was difficult to beat as the Swiss luxury brand helped dress several of the biggest names in the show business.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
Link’s exploding cart is making its journey into show business.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 28 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for show business
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“Show business.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/show%20business. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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