How to Use markdown in a Sentence

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  • There’s still a bit of time to shop before the markdowns jump back to full price.
    Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2024
  • Anyone who lives for the thrill of a great markdown, gird your loins.
    Tiffany Dodson, SELF, 2 June 2021
  • On the face of it, customers in the habit of shopping markdowns may not love full-price sales.
    Jay Hakami, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024
  • The best deal on the list is a 57 percent markdown on a five-pack of super thick and cozy socks.
    Annie Burdick, Peoplemag, 25 Sep. 2022
  • And don't expect to see a big markdown in the Home Depot aisles quite yet.
    Fortune, 19 May 2021
  • There are tons of must-have markdowns in the home department.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 15 June 2024
  • Kohls: Shop up to 70% off new markdowns at Kohls' Clearance sale.
    Chelsea Stone, CNN Underscored, 27 Dec. 2019
  • Score picks from Bose, Apple, Beats, and more on major markdown for the next 48 hours.
    Rachel Simon, EW.com, 12 July 2022
  • Be sure to check out Amazon's deal page for a complete list of markdowns.
    Wendy Vazquez, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2023
  • And Wayfair just so happens to have some of the biggest markdowns.
    Megan Schaltegger, Peoplemag, 2 July 2024
  • While this markdown lasts, queen sets are going for less than $35.
    Jessica Leigh Mattern, PEOPLE.com, 9 Oct. 2021
  • That’s a 29% markdown from its $84 retail price as a part of our Spring Refresh sale.
    Stack Commerce, Popular Science, 13 Mar. 2023
  • Beyond the generous markdown, there's lots to love about the Pro 2000.
    Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 18 July 2022
  • Here's a markdown on a cozy fragrance that's perfect for fall.
    Tiffany Dodson, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 Oct. 2022
  • No better time than now to shop while some of my favorite brands are on markdown.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 28 Nov. 2022
  • But like any good Amazon deal, these markdowns won't last long.
    Banu Ibrahim, CNN Underscored, 31 Oct. 2019
  • Read on to see even more member-only markdowns to shop now.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2024
  • There are more than 1,400 new shoe markdowns from Nordstrom Rack.
    Kaylee Remington, cleveland, 2 Aug. 2023
  • Even with the 40 percent off markdown, this Rumpl blanket still falls on the pricer side.
    Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2023
  • The price is a markdown from the $399 that Apple is asking for the next version of its higher end watch, the Series 6.
    Michael Liedtke, Star Tribune, 15 Sep. 2020
  • Keep scrolling to see the top fashion markdowns, and check out Amazon's outlet for more epic deals.
    Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 12 July 2023
  • Just a casual 15% off of the entire site, which by the way, already has steep markdowns.
    Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 1 July 2024
  • Keep an eye out for Bluetooth speakers, tablets, and sound bars among the other markdowns.
    Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 11 Oct. 2023
  • Act fast to snag these rare markdowns while discounts last — prices start at just $15 on our favorite finds.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 30 July 2024
  • Leesa Leesa’s March Mattress Sale has markdowns as big as $700 off its range of best-selling beds.
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 9 Mar. 2023
  • Another one of our favorites for in-flight wear, the brand has markdowns up to 75 percent off.
    Lauren Joseph, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2019
  • The massive markdown is causing some observers to pause and reflect on the current state of tech.
    David Ingram, NBC News, 7 May 2022
  • There are plenty of can’t-miss markdowns on Le Creuset cookware.
    Jennifer Maldonado, Peoplemag, 11 July 2023
  • Hoka just dropped dozens of new markdowns on some of its best-selling shoes, including the Mach 6 sneakers and the Ora Recovery Slide.
    Sarah Felbin, SELF, 9 Oct. 2024
  • With magical markdowns on Christmas trees, outdoor inflatables and even wrapping paper, now’s the time to shop and save on all your holiday essentials at Walmart.
    Elsie Boskamp, USA TODAY, 11 Oct. 2024
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  • The Bluetooth adapter is marked down by $15, for a sale price of $30.
    Buy Side Staff, wsj.com, 6 Nov. 2023
  • It’s marked down to just $145 right now—a third of the price of the Dyson Animal.
    Cecily McAndrews, Parents, 23 June 2023
  • Then Nathan, Doug and Stephen each mark down their top three players for the award.
    Doug Lesmerises, cleveland, 22 Aug. 2022
  • Right this minute, plenty of stylish kicks are marked down.
    Jake Smith, Glamour, 6 Sep. 2023
  • On the other hand, that buffer means the iBuyer is less afraid to mark down the price.
    Lance Lambert, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2022
  • No need for a code, as everything on the site should be marked down.
    Simon Hill, WIRED, 12 July 2023
  • All three colors—beige, black, and grey—are marked down 44% during the sale.
    Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 9 Oct. 2024
  • Items are marked down as part of the store’s grand opening sale, which ends July 10.
    Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 24 June 2024
  • Plus, they're currently marked down to just $17 for a two-pack.
    Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 12 Feb. 2024
  • The sale is one of its biggest of the year, and right now, tons of fall fashion is marked down — up to 87 percent off.
    Shea Simmons, People.com, 10 Oct. 2024
  • If the routine doesn’t match the card, or includes an error, the athletes will be marked down.
    Jack Guy, CNN, 5 Aug. 2024
  • Just go through this list, mark down your favorites, and see which one fits your reptile.
    Jennifer Aldrich, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Dec. 2020
  • Thousands of pairs have been newly marked down to up to 65% off sticker price.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 4 July 2024
  • Right now, the Sicilian Lemon Candle is marked down to $17.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2024
  • His eyes lingered on a display of sports drinks, marked down nearly $3 to $5.99.
    Abha Bhattarai, Washington Post, 18 Mar. 2024
  • The brand’s Fold-Up Bag, an extra-lightweight weekender, made our list of the best duffels, and it’s marked down to $53.
    Bellamy Richardson, wsj.com, 27 Nov. 2023
  • This set from Amazon is similar in style but marked down to a fraction of the price for Prime Day.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2023
  • But, if you're all set on jeans, keep scrolling to shop the other great travel-friendly items that have been marked down.
    Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2023
  • Right now it’s marked down to within $10 of its lowest price ever.
    Buy Side Staff, wsj.com, 7 Sep. 2023
  • It's also marked down even further for a short time, so this is your chance to buy now before it's gone.
    Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 30 June 2024
  • All seven of the brand’s various-sized sets are marked down right now, ranging from 10 to 28 pieces.
    Bridget Degnan, Peoplemag, 9 Feb. 2024
  • But what happens if the market takes a nosedive and Tether has to mark down all that gold and Bitcoin?
    Jeff John Roberts, Fortune Crypto, 11 May 2023
  • The question is whether voters who fail to date the envelope – or who mark down the wrong date – will have their votes counted.
    John Fritze, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2022
  • Try shopping in the middle of the week, as that's when grocery stores tend to restock their shelves and mark down what didn't sell from the week before.
    Stefani Sassos, Ms, Rdn, Cso, Cdn, Nasm-Cpt, Good Housekeeping, 27 June 2022
  • While all colorways are marked down, the gray frame and cream cushion combo is $200 off.
    Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2024
  • For loved ones always on the go, pick up this compact mirror while it’s marked down by 33 percent.
    Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 7 Dec. 2023
  • The best part is that they’re already marked down, including one that’s under $600!
    Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024
  • And that doesn’t even count the pairs that are already marked down, meaning now’s the perfect time to get your spring shoe lineup in order.
    Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 7 Mar. 2024
  • Her case has been sealed from the public and marked down for a possible dismissal date in July 2025.
    Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Jan. 2024
  • And this classic button-down shirt is a timeless trend that celebrities like Christie Brinkley and Nicole Kidman have been known to sport — and it’s marked down to $30 today.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 19 Oct. 2024

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