Sell out
/sel ˈaʊt/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To sell all of the available items or tickets so that there is none left.
- The concert was so popular that the tickets sold out within minutes of being released.
- During the holiday season, gift items often sell out quickly in popular stores.
2. To abandon one's principles or integrity, typically in exchange for personal gain.
- He was accused of selling out when he agreed to the deal, which went against his public statements.
- Many fans felt the band sold out once they started producing mainstream music for commercial success.
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