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==in the black== <!--T:42--> | ==in the black== <!--T:42--> | ||
If a company is "in the black," it means that it is making a profit. | If a company is "in the black," it means that it is making a profit. | ||
in the driver's seat | ==in the driver's seat== | ||
To be "in the driver's seat" means to be in control. | To be "in the driver's seat" means to be in control. | ||
*Example: "I wish my accounts were in the black." | *Example: "I wish my accounts were in the black." | ||
==in the red== <!--T:43--> | ==in the red== <!--T:43--> | ||
If a company is "in the red," it means that is not profitable and is operating at a loss. | If a company is "in the red," it means that is not profitable and is operating at a loss. | ||