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noun

Definition of fire salenext
as in clearance

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adjective

as in discounted

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Recent Examples of fire sale
Noun
Multiple reports indicated last week that the Giants were exploring the possibility of a fire sale making Devers, Adames and Matt Chapman available. — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026 The right-hander solidified himself as a reliable late-innings option in 2025, even before the fire sale, throwing 72 innings with 64 strikeouts against 19 walks. — John Shipley, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
Adjective
That shows there are alternatives to a fire-sale auction which would allow governments to collect what they’re owed, and homeowners to keep most of the home’s value, AARP argued. — Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026 Today, there’s no chance of scooping up a 964 at what used to be fire-sale prices. — Robert Ross, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fire sale
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fire sale
  1. clearance
  2. discounted
  3. purchase
  4. discount
  5. garage sale
  6. reduced
  7. closeout
  8. lowered
Noun
  • In deep sleep, your brain runs a clearance system that flushes out metabolic waste, including the proteins associated with Alzheimer's.
    — Sue Peschin, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • With regulatory clearance secured, Xona can move from orbital demonstration toward deployment.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of clearance
Adjective
  • Complete the set with more discounted loungewear in the same hue, including slim-straight pants or a barrel-leg version.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026
  • Backless loafers are having a moment, and leave it to Coach to offer one of the most stylish (and discounted) options to date.
    — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026
Definition of discounted
Noun
  • Knowing where to shop, what to look for, and how to make an informed purchase is key.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The opening of Rise Vallejo ultimately cost $20 million, including the purchase and renovation of the site.
    — Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of purchase
Adjective
  • Why do ultra-discount carriers like Spirit and Frontier often struggle in this country, whereas in Europe airlines like Ryanair, Wizz Air, and EasyJet seem to be able to make the same no-frills business model work—with huge benefits for travellers?
    — John Cassidy, New Yorker, 11 May 2026
  • Consumers in the Midwest submitted the most votes for Kroger in the conventional non-discount supermarket category.
    — Saleen Martin, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Definition of discount
Noun
  • McGrath recommends scouring thrift stores, garage sales, and Facebook Marketplace for old umbrellas as well!
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 27 July 2026
  • Local garage sales are often brimming with unique accent tables that are perfect for bookending a couch.
    — Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 12 July 2026
Definition of garage sale
Adjective
  • Other enhancements included a reduced cabin altitude of 4,850 feet, improved soundproofing, a larger galley, and a new 24-inch 4K video display.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The wearer of the yellow jersey was nailed on for another win, this time in a bunch sprint instead of a reduced pack.
    — Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of reduced
Noun
  • And better in July to learn about NBA-level closeout speed and athleticism, as well as what shots are the right shots, than when the games count.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 6 July 2026
  • Foreign aid has been a clear focus; after USAID was razed last year, Vought was made acting administrator and tasked with overseeing the closeout of the agency.
    — Anna Maria Barry-Jester, ProPublica, 22 June 2026
Definition of closeout
Adjective
  • That refusal to accept lowered expectations carried him to being Chairman of Nike’s Jordan Brand and leading the Portland Trail Blazers.
    — Laurel Donnellan, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • The beat comes on lowered expectations, after the company gave disappointing guidance in February that fell short of analyst estimates.
    — Samantha Subin, CNBC, 2 June 2026
Definition of lowered

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