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to sell
01
to give something to someone in exchange for money
Ditransitive: to sell a commodity to sb
Transitive: to sell a commodity
Example
Are you planning to sell your house in the near future?
He sold his old smartphone to his friend for a fair price.
1.1
to induce or persuade people to accept or buy something, particularly by highlighting its merits
Transitive: to sell sth
Example
Sensational headlines often sell tabloid newspapers.
She can sell any product with her persuasive communication skills.
1.2
to be purchased or sold at a specified price, in particular numbers or in a certain fashion
Example
The vintage car sold at auction for a record price.
The shop sells fresh fruit and vegetables.
1.3
to be the reason as to why something is being bought
Transitive: to sell a product
Example
The low price is what sells this brand of shoes.
The stunning design and affordability sell this smartphone to consumers.
02
to make the effort to make someone accept a new idea or plan, etc.
Ditransitive: to sell an idea to sb | to sell sb on an idea
Example
She was successful in selling the idea of a company retreat to her colleagues.
The marketing team had to sell the concept of a new ad campaign to the client.
2.1
to manage to present oneself in an acceptable way
Transitive: to sell oneself | to sell one's qualities
Example
To succeed, you need to sell your skills and qualifications in the job interview.
When networking, it 's important to sell your strengths and capabilities.
03
to accept a reward or money in exchange for doing something that does not align with one's moral principles
Transitive: to sell one's moral principles
Example
She refused to sell her ethics for a higher position at work.
They chose not to sell their principles for a quick profit.
3.1
to agree to have sex and get paid in return
Transitive: to sell oneself | to sell one's body
Example
They both knew the risks but still chose to sell themselves for a quick buck.
He was a prostitute, selling his body for cash.
04
to make items or services available for purchase
Transitive: to sell items or services
Example
They sell a variety of electronic gadgets at the electronics store.
The company sells software solutions to businesses worldwide.
Sell
01
the activity of persuading someone to buy
