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Meaning of stand on business | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To put oneself first and take care of one's own needs before worrying about others.

Internet

Examples

“Seek so much as a kernel of advice on the internet in 2024 about conflicts in a relationship, a situationship or even an affair, and you may find yourself inundated with recommendations to "stand on business." A Hinge match asks to reschedule your first date with 30 minutes' notice? Stand on business. Your ex continues to hit you up months after the breakup? Stand on business.”

CEFR level

C1

Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

See also

stand on ceremony stand on end stand on its own stand on one's dignity stand on one's head stand on one's own bottom