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selling

[sel-ing] / ˈsɛl ɪŋ /


NOUN
the occupation of selling
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A 42-year-old millennial who became famous on “The Hills” and owns a business selling “healing” crystals, Pratt had no political experience when he entered the mayoral race.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

That creates a potential conflict of interest, particularly given that with many annuities, the representative selling them receives a substantial commission.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Begum and other women in the village earned only pennies selling their wares after borrowing to buy supplies from a local vendor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The bad news is he recommends selling 3M shares.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“My mom and older sister made these. I’m in charge of selling them. We’re raising money for the Elder care program. We want to get them stuff for arts and crafts and activity nights.”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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