The coach means business during this practice session.
mean business
idiomTo be serious, especially where achieving a specific end against opposition is concerned.
When the manager arrived early and locked the office door, we knew she meant business about finishing the project.
The negotiator adjusted his tie and sat forward, his stern expression signaling to the board that he truly meant business regarding the contract terms.
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and I don't mean maybe
Indicating that one is serious and not joking about a matter.
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bad business
Synonym of bad news (“irritating, troublesome or harmful thing, situation or person”).
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business as usual
The normal course of an activity, particularly in circumstances that are out of the ordinary.
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business end
The part of an object (chiefly a tool or weapon) that is physically used for its operation, rather than some other part such as the part by which it is held.
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business girl
A female prostitute.
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do one's business
Especially of a house pet: to defecate or urinate.
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get down to business
To commit oneself to a task or activity that is employment-related or that requires serious effort or concentration.
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give someone the business
To treat someone harshly or in a wrongful manner, such as by abusing, deceiving, or manipulating.