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sell

[sel] / sɛl /


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Abel is expected to use Berkshire’s record $373.1 billion cash pile for acquisitions and sell any underperforming businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

That assumes, of course, that Moreno opts to sell.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Only companies based in the UK fall under the scope of the legislation, meaning platforms like Vivid Seats which are based abroad are able to sell tickets at inflated prices.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

And Thompson’s red line happens to align perfectly not only with what companies like Pangram can now measure and sell, but also with what vigilantes can police on social media.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

“You could sell the tourists lemonade and your good apple pie.”

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney




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