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.
Recent Examples on the Web
The Columbia Journalism Review noted that a key BBC selling point is its politically non-aligned image, and claims of ideological bias could damage that.
—
semafor.com, 14 Nov. 2025
But the gearbox sending all that grunt to the rear axle will be as much of a selling point for some street truck buffs out there.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2025
The song is the big selling point here.
—Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Nov. 2025
The home’s spa-like wellness wing, which includes a gym, sauna, contrast therapy, and massage room, was a major selling point for a guy whose day starts only after a cold plunge, weightlifting, and cardio.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for selling point
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
semafor.com, 14 Nov. 2025
But the gearbox sending all that grunt to the rear axle will be as much of a selling point for some street truck buffs out there.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2025
The song is the big selling point here.
—Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Nov. 2025
The home’s spa-like wellness wing, which includes a gym, sauna, contrast therapy, and massage room, was a major selling point for a guy whose day starts only after a cold plunge, weightlifting, and cardio.
—Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for selling point
Cite this Entry
“Selling point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/selling%20point. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share