sale

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This word carries a strong commercial energy, shifting between the act of transaction and the incentive of a discount. When used in a retail context, it triggers a psychological sense of urgency and opportunity, suggesting that a product is temporarily more accessible than usual.

Countable when referring to a specific event or a discounted period like a clearance sale. Uncountable when referring to the total amount of revenue or the general activity of selling.

Meanings

Noun

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The act of selling goods or services for money.

"The sale of the house took only two days."

Noun

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A period during which a retailer sells goods at reduced prices.

"I bought these shoes during the summer sale."

Noun

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The quantity of goods sold by a business.

"Our monthly sales have increased by ten percent."

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