Example Sentences

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That included working as semi-skilled operatives, teachers and saleswomen — just to name a few common occupations at the time.

From Salon • Sep. 30, 2023

Then some of those ladies complained about being harassed by pesky real estate saleswomen.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2022

He invented free samples and hired young saleswomen - the “pickle girls” - to give food demonstrations to other women.

From Washington Times • Oct. 12, 2019

The city came alive with the sounds of Highlife music blaring from storefront windows, laughing children running through the streets, and saleswomen bartering with customers in the Makola Market.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2016

A group of girls were standing about May’s table, admiring the pretty things, and talking over the change of saleswomen.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott