pre-owned

Example Sentences

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He said that more eBay customers are embracing pre-owned and refurbished offerings.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

“Auto retailers are noting tendencies for more traditional new car buyers to shift to the used car market and for typical buyers of pre-owned cars to increasingly seek older vehicles,” the analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 5, 2025

The site even carries pre-owned dog gear and used books, among other items.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2024

Deborah Mayer, who has sold new and pre-owned handbags and other designer goods out of her New Jersey home for 16 years, understands that all too well.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 25, 2024

UK High Street chain Game has confirmed that it plans to end its pre-owned video game business.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2024