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)
Michael McGough. Story Produced With Ai Assistance, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
There is no reason to run it back, other than to sell merch and continue the home sellout streak.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
Justin Bieber headlined Coachella while streaming his old music videos on-stage, breaking merch sales records and driving sellout for brands like Luu Dan and Loewe.
—Amy Francombe, Vogue, 28 May 2026
UConn, destined for a 14-18 season and a coaching change, was in the American Athletic Conference, but a sellout crowd showed up hoping for a miracle and a little nostalgia.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 26 May 2026
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Noun
The Sacramento River Cats have led minor league baseball in attendance 10 times in 26 seasons, and the A’s have already recorded nine sellouts this season with 50 home games remaining, giving MLB real data points that competing cities cannot offer.
—Michael McGough. Story Produced With Ai Assistance, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2026
There is no reason to run it back, other than to sell merch and continue the home sellout streak.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 29 May 2026
Justin Bieber headlined Coachella while streaming his old music videos on-stage, breaking merch sales records and driving sellout for brands like Luu Dan and Loewe.
—Amy Francombe, Vogue, 28 May 2026
UConn, destined for a 14-18 season and a coaching change, was in the American Athletic Conference, but a sellout crowd showed up hoping for a miracle and a little nostalgia.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sell (out)
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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To punish rebels for their treason, Parliament passed the Restraining Act of 1775, banning New Englanders from fishing on the Atlantic Ocean.—
Christopher Magra,
The Conversation,
2 June 2026
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Avital was generating support for her husband, who had been arrested a year before and charged with treason, and other Soviet dissidents.—
Michael Arkush,
Twin Cities,
26 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Sell (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sell%20%28out%29. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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