peddle

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Researchers have also warned that X's model -- allowing premium accounts to earn payouts based on engagement -- has turbocharged the financial incentive to peddle false or sensational content.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

"We are a normal family, but we do have to peddle a lot harder than everyone else to achieve the same," said Danni.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

Eaton for many years has worked to expose people who peddle chlorine dioxide and to report apparent injuries to authorities.

From Salon • Dec. 15, 2025

“You abused your position and you’re a charlatan who used and is still using your prior position in office to peddle a snake oil that’s been proven to be junk time and time again.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2024

“You can’t even peddle hot dogs in the streets. Was that man angry. He says you gave him more trouble than any vendor he ever had.”

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole