retail
noun
the sale of goods to ultimate consumers, usually in small quantities (opposed to wholesale).
are retailing
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present progressiveof retail.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Right now, the high demand means masks that typically go for $1 are retailing for between $3 and $7 apiece, said Andrew Stroup, who co-founded Project N95.
From Salon ● Apr. 11, 2020
“We have some new license partners like New Era and Nike Sports Gear now that are retailing EA Sports gear,” said Erb.
From Forbes ● Dec. 18, 2011
Frozen coffee is less crafted, and more commoditized than hot lattes; McDonald's will sell its frappe in the $2.29-$3.29 price range, while Starbucks' Frappucinos are retailing between $3 and $5, according to Glass.
From Time ● May 24, 2010
Policy buyers and other state insurance commissioners have sent for more than 50,000 copies of the free guides, and publishers are retailing copies for up to $2.95.
From Time Magazine Archive
“They are retailing scandal about poor old Charley, Maude,” said Tom, leaning over the back of her chair in the drawing-room.
From Lady Maude's Mania by George Manville Fenn
