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(being in) the black
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. (being in) the black
  2. 2. surplus
  3. 3. black letter
This noun refers to a financial state in which income exceeds expenses — in other words, being "in the black" or turning a profit. It is the opposite of being in debt or deficit, and is commonly used in business and accounting contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I got the ingredients cheap, so it looks like we'll come out ahead on groceries this week.

Sentence 2

"Are you really in the black?" — "That's what the numbers say. The numbers."

Sentence 3

The accountant said flatly, "Cut the fixed costs and we'll be in the black."

Sentence 4

One way or another, looks like we'll finish this month in the black too.

Sentence 5

Orders are up — so why aren't we seeing the profit grow?