peddler

Example Sentences

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“He is an American manifestation, the peddler at our door,” he says.

From Slate • Feb. 25, 2026

So when a peddler arrives with a rare item and information, the overseer’s interest is piqued.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

He grew up believing his father was a poor street peddler.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 15, 2025

Gherie Wedeyesus, a teacher from Brent, said: "Let's put an end to this peddler of misery. Let's end this reign of terror and abolish Ofsted."

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2023

Disguised as a peddler he went to the court where the lad was said to be, with gay ornaments in his pack such as women love, and also some fine weapons.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton