sales

[seylz]

noun

1. plural of sale.

adjective

1. of, relating to, or engaged in sales.

   sales records for the month of January; a sales department.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sales¹

First recorded in 1820–30, for the adjective

Example Sentences

Power predicted that nationwide EV sales will likely reach a record of more than 12% of car sales this month.

From Los Angeles Times

According to trial testimony, Landa-Rodriguez was locked in a power struggle with another reputed Mexican Mafia member, Arthur “Turi” Estrada, over who would collect money from drug sales on California prison yards.

From Los Angeles Times

In January, Joann filed for bankruptcy, citing lower sales and an inventory shortage.

From Los Angeles Times

If it gets its price, it would be among the neighborhood’s priciest sales ever.

From Los Angeles Times

Retail sales rose 0.6% in August from the prior month, beating expectations, according to data from the Commerce Department released last week.

From BBC

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