deal in
To make money by selling a particular kind of thing, or to work with certain types of ideas.
Meanings
To buy and sell a particular type of goods or commodity as a business.
"He deals in rare stamps and vintage coins at markets across the country."
To operate in or concern oneself with a particular type of idea, information, or abstract quality.
"That newspaper has always dealt in sensationalism rather than hard facts."
(Informal) To include someone in a card game or, by extension, in a plan or activity.
"Deal me in — I'll put up fifty dollars."
""Deal me in.""
The commercial sense is common and widely used in business language. The figurative sense ('dealing in half-truths', 'dealing in fear') is common in journalism and political commentary. When referring to illegal goods, 'deal in' can be used but is less stark than 'traffic in'.
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