sell off
Example Sentences
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“Either one of these could cause a substantial sell off in the bond market” Will Denyer, lead analyst on the U.S. economy at Gavekal Research said in an interview.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
“When something resembling good news comes out of the Persian Gulf, stocks will rally, and they won’t sell off when those hopes don’t come to pass,” he said.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
“Rather, Fender is working with the manufacturers to redesign the shapes, while the manufacturers sell off existing unauthorized inventory,” the company said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
The Duchy of Cornwall, which provides a private income of over £20m per year to the Prince of Wales, is to sell off 20% of its property over 10 years.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
“The truth is, we’re taking the horse and cow to Mr. Westcott—in payment of debt, and we’re obliged to sell off this pretty calf straight away. Our mother’s put us out to work.”
From "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson
