peddling

Example Sentences

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This was illustrated in a recent CNN interview with former tradwives — women who actually stayed at home and submitted to their husbands, not the ones peddling this fantasy on social media for cash.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

The Supreme Court in Madrid will judge them for alleged bribery, embezzlement, influence peddling, membership of a criminal organisation and misuse of confidential information.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

They realize Mr. da Silva’s peddling more than just delicious food, great coffee and fun merch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

“I am shocked that we’re going down and peddling tabloid garbage in this committee today,” she said.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

There’s strength in numbers, he told himself, peddling hard to catch up.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix