Collocation Mini-Lessons

Running Organizations

Lesson 34  ·  Professional & Workplace

B1 – B2

Register Key

General Casual News Professional Workplace
4 phrases  ·  5 example sentences each  ·  See how each phrase is used across different real-world contexts.

1 run a business
Example Sentences
  • Running a business is rewarding, but it requires far more energy than most people anticipate.General
  • Running a business sounds great until you're dealing with taxes, staff, and late payments all at once.Casual
  • The entrepreneur had been running a successful business for over a decade before the crisis hit.News
  • The MBA program prepares graduates to run a business across a range of industries and contexts.Professional
  • The manager runs the business with a hands-on approach, working alongside staff on the floor.Workplace
2 run a company
Example Sentences
  • Running a company of any size comes with a unique set of pressures and responsibilities.General
  • I wouldn't want to run a company — too much responsibility, too little sleep.Casual
  • She became the youngest person ever to run a company listed on the national stock exchange.News
  • The interim CEO was appointed to run the company while a permanent replacement was found.Professional
  • He runs the company with a flat structure, preferring open communication over rigid hierarchy.Workplace
3 expand a business
Example Sentences
  • Expanding a business too quickly without the right foundations can cause serious problems.General
  • They want to expand the business, but I'm not sure the timing is right.Casual
  • The retailer announced plans to expand its business into three new Asian markets next year.News
  • The board approved a strategy to expand the business through a series of strategic acquisitions.Professional
  • The company is expanding its business operations, which means new roles will be opening soon.Workplace
4 close a business
Example Sentences
  • Closing a business you built from scratch is one of the most difficult decisions an owner can face.General
  • They closed the business after thirty years — it's sad, but the market just changed too much.Casual
  • The chain was forced to close several businesses in underperforming regions due to mounting losses.News
  • The decision to close the business unit was made after a thorough financial review.Professional
  • When a business closes, staff are entitled to receive full notice and any outstanding pay.Workplace
Bonus

turn a business around