as in to betray
to be unfaithful or disloyal to
the band sold out its faithful followers, abandoning its edgy style for a more commercial sound
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as in betrayal
the act or fact of violating the trust or confidence of another
the sellout makes it much harder for me to trust you ever again
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Recent Examples of sell (out)
Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 10 June 2026
In fact, early sellouts would likely have been viewed internally as evidence that FIFA underpriced its inventory.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 10 June 2026
The scarcity of remaining tickets for those matches indicates that Kansas City should expect strong attendance throughout the World Cup, even if some matches fall a tiny bit short of a sellout.
—Kellis Robinett, Kansas City Star, 9 June 2026
The game was a reported sellout, with 8,519 fans in attendance, according to the Athletic.
—Sean Campbell
june 9, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026
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Noun
The games themselves featured biting coach-on-coach smack talk, sellout crowds and epic performances (Shedeur Sanders in ’23; Travis Hunter in ’24).
—Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 10 June 2026
In fact, early sellouts would likely have been viewed internally as evidence that FIFA underpriced its inventory.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 10 June 2026
The scarcity of remaining tickets for those matches indicates that Kansas City should expect strong attendance throughout the World Cup, even if some matches fall a tiny bit short of a sellout.
—Kellis Robinett, Kansas City Star, 9 June 2026
The game was a reported sellout, with 8,519 fans in attendance, according to the Athletic.
—Sean Campbell
june 9, Sacbee.com, 9 June 2026
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Verb
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The Ghoul betrays Lucy during the journey, but does, eventually redeem himself, somewhat.—
The Deadline Team,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
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The Avs captain lifted the trophy towards the sky with one healthy knee, while the other was just beginning to betray him.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
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In terms of the season finale, Harris was intent on treating that betrayal not as an obstacle quickly overcome, but that would set the stage for a new beginning for the characters.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
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In season 3, Joe must walk the line between duty and her home life, as hidden networks, foreign operatives, and personal betrayals collide.—
Derek Lawrence,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Peacock’s adventures in treachery The Traitors was the top dog, scoring five prizes including Best Competition Series and Best Host for Alan Cumming.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
3 June 2026
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Upon learning of Ava’s treachery, Deborah HOWLS.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
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War complicates the domestic front, turning any dissent into treason.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
15 June 2026
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On this day in 1964, eight activist leaders were sentenced to life imprisonment for treason, sabotage, and conspiracy against South Africa’s apartheid government.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
9 June 2026
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“Sell (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sell%20%28out%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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