selling
word · lemma: sell
Definition
Selling is the activity or process of giving goods or services to someone in exchange for money. It can also describe the work of persuading people to buy something.
Usage & Nuances
As a noun, selling often means the business activity of sales: 'online selling', 'door-to-door selling'. As a verb form, it is the -ing form of 'sell': 'She is selling her car.' In business English, it can also mean persuasion, as in 'the selling point'. Do not confuse it with 'sale', which is usually a specific event or reduced-price period.
Example Sentences
He is selling his old bike.
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Selling food online can be easy.
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She likes selling clothes at the market.
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We started selling homemade candles last month, and business is already picking up.
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She’s great at selling ideas, even when the budget is tight.
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The hardest part of selling isn’t talking — it’s listening to what people actually need.
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