promotion
noun
pro·mo·tion
prə-ˈmō-shən 
1
: the act or fact of being raised in position or rank : preferment
2
: the act of furthering the growth or development of something
especially
: the furtherance of the acceptance and sale of merchandise through advertising, publicity, or discounting
Examples of promotion in a Sentence
There was little chance for promotion within the company.
She was given a well-deserved promotion.
The company is offering a special promotion to increase sales.
the promotion of better relations between neighboring countries
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The advertising and promotions budget for the Center has gone up from $680 in 2023 to over $122,000 this year, budget records show.
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Daniel Rivero, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Studios are adjusting to the new rhythms of marketing and promotion as dictated by the pace of social media.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 30 May 2026
In practice, e-commerce sellers are often overwhelmed with the day-to-day of managing inventory and promotions, fulfilling orders and making sure their accounts are in order.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Her ability to ask the right questions and find answers puts her on equal ground with Reilly and his best friend Robbie Robertson, the investigative journalist played by Morris, leading her to a rightful promotion at the end of series.
—Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
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Daniel Rivero, Miami Herald, 30 May 2026
Studios are adjusting to the new rhythms of marketing and promotion as dictated by the pace of social media.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 30 May 2026
In practice, e-commerce sellers are often overwhelmed with the day-to-day of managing inventory and promotions, fulfilling orders and making sure their accounts are in order.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 29 May 2026
Her ability to ask the right questions and find answers puts her on equal ground with Reilly and his best friend Robbie Robertson, the investigative journalist played by Morris, leading her to a rightful promotion at the end of series.
—Maira Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
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“Promotion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/promotion. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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promotion
noun
pro·mo·tion
prə-ˈmō-shən
1
: a moving up in position or rank
2
: the promoting of something
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