Associated with trade and lack of desire

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The expression «I'm out of business » has long-standing roots and by its origin goes into the depths of Russian history. It should be noted that its exact origin is unknown, but several versions of its occurrence can be assumed.

The first version is related to the business and commercial context. In ancient Russian trade, many trade terms were used, which over time began to be used in everyday speech. Probably, the expression «I'm out of business » came from a situation where a merchant or merchant, not wanting to interfere in any business or country-specific issues, refused to participate in discussions or actions, thereby saying that he was not involved in these matters or has nothing to do with them.

The second version is related to administrative influence. An expression sandplay therapy could arise in the context of official affairs, when an official refused to participate in any tasks or decisions that were part of his work, stating that he was out of business, that is, his functions did not cover this situation.

The third version is related to the field of agriculture. The expression may be associated with certain features of working on the field, when the farmer postponed the performance of any tasks and participation in a particular agricultural business, since he believed that this was not his direct obligation or was part of his sphere of work.

to enter into business or discussion
2 Associated with the administrative sphere and lack of direct responsibility
3 Associated with agriculture and lack of direct communication with tasks
The generally accepted meaning of the expression «I'm out of business »
It means that the speaker has nothing to do with the situation, problem, case or issue under discussion.
Expresses a lack of interest or desire to participate in any actions or solving a problem.