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Definitions from the WebDivestmentNoun: 1. The action of selling off assets, investments, or a business. Example sentence: The company's divestment of its non-core assets helped it to reduce debt and focus on its primary business. Related products: Investment, Business Noun: 2. The act of disposing of stocks, bonds, or other financial holdings due to ethical, political, or social reasons. Example sentence: The divestment campaign urged individuals and organizations to divest from companies supporting environmentally harmful practices. Related products: Ethical investing, Socially responsible investing Verb: 1. To sell off assets, investments or a business. Example sentence: The company decided to divest its real estate holdings to fund its expansion into new markets. Related products: Selling assets, Selling a business Verb: 2. To get rid of or eliminate something, such as a harmful activity, association, or responsibility. Example sentence: The government pledged to divest itself from fossil fuel dependency and invest in renewable energy sources. Related products: Renewable energy, Sustainability | ||||
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