as in to sell
to offer for sale to the public
the textile manufacturer doesn't retail its fabrics to consumers, offering them only to wholesalers and garment makers
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Under a rule proposed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Biden administration estimates that 3.4 million Americans on Medicare would be eligible for the drugs beginning in 2026, which can retail for over $1,000 a month.
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Ken Alltucker, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
Mattel Creations noted that the doll—which retails for $65—will begin shipping on or before December 13.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The look was paired with a gold Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch, which retails for $3,736, and matching jewelry by the brand.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
The shoes, which retail for $450, featured tiny studs throughout and a buckle across the center.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 5 Dec. 2024
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Ken Alltucker, USA TODAY, 26 Nov. 2024
Mattel Creations noted that the doll—which retails for $65—will begin shipping on or before December 13.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The look was paired with a gold Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch, which retails for $3,736, and matching jewelry by the brand.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
The shoes, which retail for $450, featured tiny studs throughout and a buckle across the center.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Retail.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/retail. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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