Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsell
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The United States for decades has pledged full military -- including nuclear -- protection for its allies and stations about 28,000 troops in South Korea to deter North Korea.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026 -
McDonnell said the department was increasing visibility, strengthening enforcement and expanding partnerships to deter criminal activity in the area and hold offenders accountable.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, the oil and gas industry has opposed the environmental groups’ stance, arguing that the current proposal would discourage an already declining refinery sector from continuing to operate in California, advocating for more flexible rules on the cap.—
Chaewon Chung
March 9,
Sacbee.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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If using fencing, an electric wire at the top and bottom of fencing can discourage coyotes but won’t harm them, says Owen.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2026
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She wasn’t dissuaded two years later — and mid-renovation — when a $475 million Target distribution center was announced for the small city, creating an industrial foothold in a mostly agrarian area.—
Zachary Hansen,
AJC.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Trump could have dissuaded the Israelis once again.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
4 Mar. 2026
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High levels of salt, sugar, or acid act as preservatives, inhibiting bacterial growth.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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This is especially important for people with anemia because green tea inhibits iron absorption and could worsen the condition.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Unsell.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsell. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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