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selling

[sel-ing] / ˈsɛl ɪŋ /


NOUN
the occupation of selling
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The yen endured more selling pressure after hitting its weakest level against the dollar since 1986 owing to Fed hike bets and waning hopes for more tightening by the Bank of Japan.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

As with the U.S., where Nike is selling off unwanted Air Jordans and Air Force 1s, the company is trying to clean out its shoe surplus in China.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026

Soon, he began selling common shares through the at-the-market offerings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

The family was able to go home in time for Christmas but "had nothing, and Orlando was selling his club gear to cover expenses", Melissa posted on Instagram, external last year.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

“We heard you’re selling beaded key chains. That is, if you’re Hannah.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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