shopping spree

noun

: a short period of time in which someone buys a lot of things
We went on a shopping spree.

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Its hottest pairs are on sale for up to 58 percent off—just in time for my spring shopping spree. Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026 George Frey | Bloomberg | Getty Images More people losing weight could fuel a shopping spree. Melissa Repko, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026 Between comfortable shoes for long walking days, lightweight layers for fluctuating temperatures, and versatile accessories like a structured tote bag, the total cost of your shopping spree can add up fast. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026 Roomy Jeans Inspired by Gwyneth Paltrow A trip to Europe isn’t complete without a shopping spree in a really, really cute outfit — just look at Gwyneth Paltrow. Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shopping spree

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“Shopping spree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shopping%20spree. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.

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