salesman

Example Sentences

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Marj had never been to north Wales before but found out that her father, who was a salesman of marine engines, had Pwllheli as his patch.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

The former, which Miller once considered calling “The Inside of His Head,” is fluidly constructed, playing fast and loose with time as it tracks the disintegrating mental life of down-and-out salesman Willy Loman.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

“Wait, is this Delivrd?” one salesman said, suddenly aware he was on speakerphone in front of an audience.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

When Zach Carabajal saw gas prices skyrocketing, the car salesman sprang into action.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

The salesman was saying something about the quality of the gold and diamonds, and then, “Does the gentleman wish to know the price?”

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech