as in to reduce
to diminish the price or value of
marked down all seasonal goods immediately after the holidays
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Recent Examples of markdown
Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2025
Amazon’s Prime-Exclusive Discounts hub is entirely dedicated to exclusive member-only markdowns.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 26 July 2025
Jason Ma, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2025
The retailer just quietly marked down so many summer travel essentials for outdoor enthusiasts, and from camping gear to breathable apparel, there’s no shortage of deals that are yours for the taking.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2025
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Verb
Best Amazon Prime Member Golf Deals Amazon Prime Day has stellar markdowns on golf accessories for summer and beyond.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2025
Amazon’s Prime-Exclusive Discounts hub is entirely dedicated to exclusive member-only markdowns.
—Clara McMahon, People.com, 26 July 2025
Noun
The company booked a $3.8 billion impairment on its Kraft Heinz stake as well, marking down its value to $8.4 billion.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2025
The retailer just quietly marked down so many summer travel essentials for outdoor enthusiasts, and from camping gear to breathable apparel, there’s no shortage of deals that are yours for the taking.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for markdown
Verb
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Over the past year, the co-CEOs have executed a plan to shave off $500 million in costs, sell off assets and reduce a workforce by more than 15 percent as Paramount shifts ownership.—
Erik Hayden,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Aug. 2025
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Those fine particles can stick together tightly, reducing pore space for water to move through or percolate.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
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With plans to have five aircraft in the final stages of certification by 2026 (Bloomberg) and aiming for commercial flights as soon as next year, the Blade acquisition provides the operational groundwork crucial for launching services immediately after regulatory clearance.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Proper ground clearance allows vehicles to overcome obstacles without damage.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
4 Aug. 2025
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The amendment would also require that no alcoholic sales be made after 7 p.m.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Aug. 2025
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The move secured an exemption from Trump’s tariffs and is expected to boost iPhone sales.—
Benzinga,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Create a family communication plan: NOAA said to take the time now to write down your hurricane plan, and share it with your family.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
18 Aug. 2025
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Organic materials like waxes decay rapidly and many cultures never wrote down their day-to-day personal care regimens, so the historical record is patchy at best.—
Mark Hay,
Popular Science,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Robinson didn’t magically transform into Allen Iverson, but aggressive closeouts no longer phased him.—
Mat Issa,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Our closeout for the night is Game 3 between the Houston Rockets and Golden State Warriors.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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Iron Pony Trading Post owner Michelle Bisher announced on Facebook the opportunity to purchase merchandise at 30% to 75% discounts during an Aug. 2 farewell celebration.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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College Ave Learn More APR 2.95% to 17.99% APR with autopay discount.—
Adam Palasciano,
CNBC,
4 Aug. 2025
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All buses are wheelchair lift-equipped and service runs seven days a week throughout Panama City Beach for the bargain price of $1.50 per ride.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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Pivetta has been quite a bargain for the Padres — at least in the immediate term.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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Crime reduction was another area of focus for Strnad, who graduated from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1999 with a police science degree.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The program also faces a 25% reduction in official recruiting visits during the upcoming season and a 14-week prohibition on football recruiting communications during its four-year probation period.—
Larry Lage,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Markdown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/markdown. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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