sell in
Britishverb
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(tr) to sell (new products) to a retail outlet to be sold to the public
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(intr) to use the established system to one's advantage, rather than attempting to fight against it
Example Sentences
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Taco seasoning packets may be the easiest sell in this entire lineup because they’re already what most people assume they are: a well-balanced spice blend.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
"We produce and sell in Canada," he said.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
“Never sell in a bear market” is the same idea.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
After more than two years, the Treasury might hint at an increase in the amount of long-term debt it intends to sell in the future to plug the widening hole in the U.S. budget.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
Taking that extra ribbon syrup to sell in town was a good idea, but it meant crushing more cane.
From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson
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