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Vocabulary Entry
sell-out
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
An instance of selling something that is in high demand; also refers to a situation where someone compromises their values for personal gain.
Example Sentences
"The concert was a complete sell-out within minutes."
"Critics claim that his latest film is a sell-out, catering only to commercial interests."
"The band's sell-out tour marked their biggest success to date."
V
verb
To sell all available tickets or items, often due to high demand.
Example Sentences
"The tickets for the theater show sold out in just a few hours."
"Many popular events tend to sell out quickly."
"If you wait too long to buy the album, it might sell out."
A
adjective
Describing something that has been completely sold or that compromises ethical values for profit.
Example Sentences
"The sell-out crowd cheered for the band."
"Some fans were disappointed by the sell-out mentality of the franchise."
"The company's sell-out approach to marketing alienated many loyal customers."