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That qualifies as a bold move in an era when legendary and up-and-coming artists alike often hesitate to perform even one or two songs from their latest albums — the better to avoid an exodus of attendees making a beeline for refreshments, restrooms or the merch booths. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 Dave Walby, who works at his son’s store, Sportibles, which sells various sports merch and accessories, including sections for the Chiefs and the Royals, said his son has had the Crown Center storefront for 12 years. Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026 Jared Wright walked out of Ball Arena on Tuesday morning with fresh University of Denver merch tucked under his arm. Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026 In addition to the game — the Marlins played the Cincinnati Reds — attendees got to enjoy a pregame gathering that highlighted Passover, featuring kosher cuisine and exclusive merch. Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for merch

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First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of merch was in 1982

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“Merch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/merch. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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