mark down 1 of 2

verb

Definition of mark downnext
as in to reduce
to diminish the price or value of marked down all seasonal goods immediately after the holidays

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markdown

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noun

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as in clearance

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as in sale

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Recent Examples of mark down
Verb
Foot Locker is rewriting that rule with its deal of close to half off, and though only a few hues are marked down, you’re bound to discover a keeper. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 31 Aug. 2026 Thousands of Amazon shoppers rave about the Activscience Neck-Firming Cream for its skin-tightening, wrinkle-fighting powers, and now it’s marked down to just $25. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026
Noun
Packing cubes, toiletry bags, and pouch organizers are all must-have solutions maximizing space and staying organized, and right now there are tons of options on major markdown at Nordstrom. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 18 July 2026 Vionic sandals are another top markdown and even have a stamp of approval from various podiatrists. — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mark down
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mark down
  1. reduce
  2. clearance
  3. sale
  4. write down
  5. closeout
  6. discount
  7. bargain
  8. reduction
Verb
  • Its movements and squeaks change in response to the person interacting with it, giving caregivers another way to reduce distress and encourage engagement.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
  • For instance, a creditor might bid $35,000 for a $50,000 SUV, reducing the judgment by that amount, then sell it for $50,000, pocketing $15,000.
    — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of reduce
Noun
  • The throttle mapping in off-road modes made modulating the power delivery very simple, and other than the slightly lower ground clearance, this electric one can go anywhere that any other Range Rover can.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026
  • An employer must know the clearance time for the space in which spraying is taking place.
    — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of clearance
Noun
  • Where companies such as Zero and Stark have pushed hard to gain high output numbers in order to win sales, Bonnell hopes to win them by building e-bikes that appeal to riders and enthusiasts at a more visceral level.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The timing of the sale was a shock to much of the organization, though the decision to move on was less surprising.
    — Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of sale
Verb
  • When processes aren’t written down, new hires take longer to get up to speed, and mistakes are more likely.
    — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Atul Gawande’s The Checklist Manifesto shows the benefits of experts writing down the small part of their experience and knowledge that can be written down.
    — Timor Brik, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of write down
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
Noun
  • My expert shopping adventure led me to 10 can’t-miss Labor Day discounts going for $20 or less.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026
  • But Titaner's launch-day pricing represents the campaign's deepest discount, and that offer is about to end.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of discount
Noun
  • Sangare’s fast start to life at Brentford is a reminder that bargains exist further afield.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • There’s something for everyone, from music lovers to bargain hunters, craft aficionados to car enthusiasts.
    — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of bargain
Noun
  • Top establishments like London's Hélène Darroze at The Connaught, a three-star restaurant, offer flexible à la carte lunch options for under £100, a significant reduction from their standard tasting menus.
    — Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Recent school closures have helped the district to be able to make that reduction.
    — Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of reduction

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