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Phrasal Verb - Selling off

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Raymundo CH

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Definition

Selling off is a phrasal verb that means to dispose of something, especially assets or property, quickly and often in large quantities. This can be done through various methods such as auctions, tender processes, or private sales.

Examples

No.Example
1The government is selling off its shares in the nationalized industries.
2After the death of her husband, she had to sell off their house and other assets to pay off his debts.
3The company is selling off its surplus inventory to clear space for new products.
4The government is selling off public land to developers, despite protests from the local community.
5The bank is selling off non-performing loans to recovery agencies.
6The city council is selling off old buildings to property developers.
7The company is selling off its subsidiaries to focus on its core business.
8The museum is selling off some of its less popular exhibits to raise funds.
9The collector is selling off his entire collection at an auction.
10The government is selling off shares in nationalized industries to raise funds for social programs.