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selloff

/sɛloʊf/ noun · British & US
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What does selloff mean?

noun

A significant decline in the price of a security or commodity, often resulting in a large number of sales. A reduction in the value of a portfolio or investment.

Example

"The stock market experienced a massive selloff after the company's earnings report was released."

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