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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.

Phrasal Verb - handing down

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To pass something, such as a tradition, responsibility, or property, from one generation or person to the next.

Examples​

No.Example
1The family tradition of baking cookies for Christmas was handed down from grandma to her granddaughters.
2The CEO handed down tough decisions to his management team during the company's financial crisis.
3The antique vase, which had been handed down through generations, was finally sold at auction.
4The teacher handed down the class assignments, making sure each student received theirs.
5The secret family recipe for spaghetti sauce was carefully handed down from mother to daughter.
6The new manager was handed down a team that was struggling to meet its targets.
7The inheritance tax laws were handed down from the government, causing controversy.
8The story of the town's founding was handed down orally from generation to generation.
9The family heirloom, which had been handed down for centuries, was finally restored.
10The knowledge and skills of a craft were handed down from master to apprentice.