Meaning of the word "go out of business" in English

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go out of business

US /ɡoʊ aʊt əv ˈbɪz.nɪs/
UK /ɡoʊ aʊt əv ˈbɪz.nɪs/
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Phrase

1.

to stop operating as a business, usually because of financial problems

Example:
Many small shops had to go out of business during the recession.
If sales don't improve, the company will go out of business by next year.
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