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selling

American  
[sel-ing] / ˈsɛl ɪŋ /

adjective

  1. of or relating to a sale or sales.

    the selling price of oranges.

  2. engaged in selling.

    two selling offices in New York.

  3. readily saleable; in strong demand (often used in combination).

    This is our fastest-selling model.

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of selling

First recorded in 1765–75; sell 1 + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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Selling T-shirts often earns them more money than the show itself.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Selling homes is a whole different ball game, and you have to bring something to the table.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Selling a lot of stock doesn’t just happen.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Selling him on Air Force was not difficult because of his family experience.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Selling your stuff at a yard sale is a weird experience.

From "Crenshaw" by Katherine Applegate

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