shipment
noun
ship·ment
ˈship-mənt 
Examples of shipment in a Sentence
We sent out another shipment of books.
My order was delivered in two shipments.
This box is ready for shipment.
Recent Examples on the Web
As a result, the overwhelming majority of the increase in foreign smartphone shipments can be attributed to Apple.
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William Gavin, Quartz, 28 May 2024
In protest, Egypt has halted shipments of aid through its border with Gaza.
—Daniel Estrin, NPR, 24 May 2024
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William Gavin, Quartz, 28 May 2024
In protest, Egypt has halted shipments of aid through its border with Gaza.
—Daniel Estrin, NPR, 24 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for shipment
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“Shipment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shipment. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.
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shipment
noun
ship·ment
ˈship-mənt
1
: the act of shipping
2
: the goods shipped
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