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TOWT/taʊt/

To tout is to try persistently to sell, promote, or recommend something: tout packed-hall copy, tout a crest. Promote (already in the dictionary) is everyday; a push is not a count.

Meaning

To try persistently to sell, promote, or recommend something (from promote, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “Do not tout packed-hall copy; count the seats.”
• “Promote is already in this course. Advertise is already in this course. Packed is a vibe. A number on a certificate is the rule. Count the seats; then keep the copy if the cap still holds.”

Good to know

Push or promote persistently. Everyday: promote (already in the dictionary). Packed copy ≠ a count.

Near in meaning

promote, peddle, plug

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