barker
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
On Bourbon Street, consumerism and short-term gratification run amok: barkers hawk neon drinks, discarded plastic crunches underfoot, pounding drumbeats and flashing lights override rational thought.
From Slate • Jan. 7, 2025
Online shopping carnival barkers will keep trying to entice us with something NEW! and COOL!
From New York Times • Jul. 12, 2022
Amsterdam's canals were filled with "party boats" of dancing people and pumping music, while in the large Vondelpark, barkers sold pancakes and children with musical instruments showed off their varying skills.
From Reuters • Apr. 27, 2022
Then there’s the J-1 visa program, which explains why so many of the summer’s lifeguards, boardwalk barkers and camp counselors in past years have had Balkan accents.
From Washington Post • Jun. 28, 2021
Nina looked at the people screaming and shouting, the barkers walking the aisles taking bets.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
Vocabulary lists containing barker
"Roller Girl" by Victoria Jamieson
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
When Zachary Beaver Came to Town
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Moxie
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
