selling point
noun
: an aspect or detail of something that is emphasized (as in selling or promoting)
Examples of selling point in a Sentence
The car's new sound system is a selling point.
The house's big selling point is its location.
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Lastly, Gabree says another huge selling point is the Free at Sea promotion, which comes with perks like specialty dining, an unlimited open bar, Wi-Fi, excursion credits, and more.
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Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
The main selling point here is the slingback strap that can be worn tucked up on the vamp or adjusted down to secure your heel in place.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Harbaugh would give the franchise instant credibility and a selling point to fans that need one right now.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026
The service The main selling point at the Red Tree House is the gold-standard service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
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Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
The main selling point here is the slingback strap that can be worn tucked up on the vamp or adjusted down to secure your heel in place.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Harbaugh would give the franchise instant credibility and a selling point to fans that need one right now.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2026
The service The main selling point at the Red Tree House is the gold-standard service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Jan. 2026
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“Selling point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/selling%20point. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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