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sale

Pronunciation: [/seːl/]

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sale: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use sale in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “commerce”

(noun) when goods are sold at a lower price than usual. Like when a store has a special event and everything is cheaper.

Example

There was a big sale at the department store, so I bought a lot of clothes.

Example

I couldn't find anything I liked at the sale event.

Example

Are you going to the sale next weekend?

Context: “transaction”

(noun) the act of selling something to someone. Like when you go to a store, pick out something you want, pay for it, and take it home.

Example

The sale of the car went smoothly, and I got a good price for it.

Example

The sale of the house fell through because of a problem with the paperwork.

Example

How was the sale of your old bike?

Context: “general”

(noun) the exchange of goods or services for money. Like when you give money to buy something you want.

Example

The sale of tickets for the concert was brisk, and they sold out quickly.

Example

The company experienced a drop in sales due to the pandemic.

Example

How are the sales for the new product?

Context: “commerce”

(verb) to exchange goods for money. Like when you set up a shop and start selling your handmade crafts.

Example

I decided to start my own business and began selling homemade cookies.

Example

She didn't want to sell her old clothes at the garage sale.

Example

Are you going to sell your old toys at the school fundraiser?

How to pronounce sale

Pronunciation: [/seːl/]

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