be sold out

phrase

: to have sold the entire amount of something
"Are there any more tickets?" "No, I'm sorry, We're (all) sold out."
often + of
The store was sold out of milk.

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While general may be sold out, members may still be able to get access. Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026

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“Be sold out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/be%20sold%20out. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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