grocery store

noun

chiefly US
: a store that sells food and household supplies : supermarket

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Other than at the gas pump, one of the biggest financial pain points for Americans is at the grocery store. Rachel Barber, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2026 Zeraati and his wife stopped doing many of their usual activities, such as trips to the grocery store and dinners out with friends. Cora Engelbrecht, New Yorker, 24 Aug. 2026 These would be perfect for slipping into to go to the grocery store or to wear to a pilates class with grippy socks. Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 22 Aug. 2026 Similar to Costco or Sam’s Club, members can save up to 25% off grocery store prices, including fresh produce, a full-service deli, fresh bakery items, household essentials, pet supplies, and more. Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grocery store

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“Grocery store.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grocery%20store. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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