put out of business
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“A lot of people lost a lot of money, and some very smart investors got put out of business because of this meme stock phenomenon.”
From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026
But Gupta said they are “silent casualties” of the inferno: technically intact, but effectively put out of business for the foreseeable future.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2025
We have very clear evidence that if the court strikes down this rule, it will essentially revive some of the companies that have been basically put out of business.
From Slate • Sep. 30, 2024
He said the decision to yank his license left him baffled and concerned that he could be put out of business, which would affect his 16 employees.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 3, 2022
That’s the second pair you’ve put out of business for me in a week.
From King Spruce, A Novel by Day, Holman
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