sold-out

[sohld-out]

adjective

1. having all tickets sold, as for a performance or engagement.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sold out¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Idioms and Phrases

see sell out.

Example Sentences

She was due to speak again at a sold-out event on 3 October in California.

From BBC

John Mitchell's England, ranked number one in the world, are favourites to win the tournament and will have the support of the majority of the 82,000 fans at a sold-out Twickenham.

From BBC

Victory on Saturday at a sold-out Twickenham could become his greatest achievement yet, as he takes charge of the Red Roses in the Women's Rugby World Cup final against Canada.

From BBC

“I would say yes. ... But look, there’s a sold-out musical about him!”

From Los Angeles Times

He’s scheduled to perform at the Greek Theatre on Saturday and has a sold-out show at the Grammy Museum on Sept. 24.

From Los Angeles Times

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