in the black
English
Etymology
From the standard accounting practice of using black ink, as opposed to red ink, to denote positive values, especially a net income.
Pronunciation
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Prepositional phrase
- (accounting, idiomatic) Having positive net income; having greater income than expenses; making a profit.
- (accounting, idiomatic) Having positive net worth.
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