retailing
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of retailing
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English; retail + -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Tired of office work and politics, he retired from the retailing company in 1979.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
The only segment to record weakened sales in November was sporting goods, hobby, musical instrument, book, and miscellaneous retailing, the data agency said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026
However, sales were up in December, with internet retailing doing well.
From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026
“Ultimately, some of the higher costs must be passed onto consumers in the highly competitive food retailing industry, so consumers stand to ultimately see higher food prices and reduced purchasing power.”
From Salon • Jan. 3, 2026
“Well,” Dad said, leaning back, “it's very good of you and Alice to worry, Brian, but the retailing sector is holding its own and Greenland is robust.”
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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