How to Use markdown in a Sentence

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  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Keep an eye out for Bluetooth speakers, tablets, and sound bars among the other markdowns.
    Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 11 Oct. 2023
  • 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
  • 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
  • Plus, the Core Meditation Trainer has a bit of a markdown too, and a set of handy yoga blocks.
    Sarah Madaus, SELF, 5 Oct. 2022
  • Keep scrolling to shop the best markdowns on luggage, fashion, and beauty, with prices starting at just $13.
    Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2023
  • This weekender bag-toiletry case duo has a 50 percent price markdown right now, which brings it down to just $20.
    Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2024
  • The markdowns erased $23 billion in value from Tiger’s giant holdings of startups around the globe, one of the people said.
    Juliet Chung and Eliot Brown, WSJ, 16 Mar. 2023
  • Discounts vary depending on size and style, with the steepest markdown on this dusty pink pair.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2023
  • This travel writer with a knack for finding the best deals curated a list of the can’t-miss markdowns that should not be overlooked.
    Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 24 Sep. 2023
  • Hundreds of Amazon shoppers already added it to their carts, so act fast to snap it up while the major markdown lasts.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 19 Feb. 2024
  • As is often the case with Nordstrom's markdowns, colors and sizes tend to sell out fast, so add your favorites to your cart quickly.
    Lauren Fischer, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2023
  • Right now, Amazon’s already-bustling sale section is even busier with must-have markdowns.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 12 Jan. 2024
  • The site’s sale section is buzzing with must-have markdowns from tons of top brands, including Apple, Dyson, and New Balance.
    Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 3 Feb. 2024
  • Keep scrolling to find the 10 best markdowns on winter-ready shoes at QVC, handpicked by a shopping editor.
    Bridget Degnan, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2023
  • The prices listed are the original markdown prices and should be discounted the extra 50 percent off when added to your cart.
    al, 25 July 2022
  • The retailer just added thousands of high-end picks to its collection of markdowns, with discounts of up to 70% off to peruse.
    Jake Smith, Glamour, 14 Nov. 2023
  • Our favorite markdown is this casual flowy dress that's on sale for as little as $18.
    Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE.com, 12 July 2022
  • Keep scrolling to check out even more deals worth shopping this week, then make sure to head to Amazon as there’s no guarantee how long these markdowns will last.
    Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 7 Aug. 2023
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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
  • Plus, they're currently marked down to just $17 for a two-pack.
    Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 12 Feb. 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • This outlet mall has over 100 shops and brands that consistently have sales and marked down prices.
    Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2024
  • The site has majorly marked down vacuums, fans, and more, just in time for your fall reset.
    Addison Aloian, Women's Health, 15 Aug. 2023
  • Luckily, many of the best are also marked down during Cyber Week, up to 60% off.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2023
  • The 5th Generation iPad Air is also on sale, marked down by $100.
    Nick Guy, wsj.com, 10 Oct. 2023
  • Nike's sales increased 14% during the quarter, but the company had to mark down products to clear them off shelves.
    Nicole Goodkind, CNN, 21 Mar. 2023
  • It’s currently marked down to $21 off right now on Amazon, so get it before your next big project comes along.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2023
  • Cafeteria staff like Katherine Carter are stationed in the busy lunch lines to pass out condiments and mark down notes on each meal.
    Amanda Yeager, Baltimore Sun, 6 Sep. 2023
  • And right now, one of Hollywood’s favorite sneaker brands is marked down.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2023
  • Don’t forget about the top half of your body: Add smoothing bodysuits, layering tees, and more to your cart now while they’re marked down.
    Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 23 Feb. 2024

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