mind one's business
mind one's business is the alternative form of mind one's own business.
Meaning of mind one's own business
Verb
mind one's own business (third-person singular simple present minds one's own business, present participle minding one's own business, simple past and past participle minded one's own business)
- To concern oneself only with what is of interest to oneself and not interfere in the affairs of others.
- I was just walking down the road, minding my own business, when I was attacked by a mugger.
Forms of mind one's business
| third-person singular present | minds one's business |
|---|---|
| present participle | minding one's business |
| past participle | minded one's business |
| past | minded one's business |
Questions about mind one's business
- What is mind one's business the alternative form of?
- Mind one's business is the alternative form of mind one's own business.
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