Definition of inventorynext

inventory

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verb

as in to list
to make a list of would you inventory the supplies in the back room?

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Recent Examples of inventory
Noun
The pop star’s inventory reportedly includes five Kahlo paintings. Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026 After all, the more people who attend your live shows, the better your chance of starting a buying frenzy that sells out your inventory at a reasonable price. Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 July 2026
Verb
By July 1, the agency has to create tools to allow municipalities to inventory their developable land. Ginny Monk, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026 His first job involved inventorying oil pipes along Highway 21 in East Texas, a task that involved attaching metal bands of varying colors to the appropriate pipe. Matt Barrows, New York Times, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inventory
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inventory
Noun
  • In prison, workers earn as little as pennies a day, and much of those earnings go toward purchasing necessities like postage and hygiene supplies at canteens, where prices have risen along with inflation.
    Amber Gaudet July 18, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026
  • Start with one process where delay or exception cost is visible, such as an invoice exception, a supply disruption or a customer credit change.
    Robert Kramer, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Noun
  • The summary points above were compiled with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists.
    Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
  • The request form asks for a person’s name, contact information, residence and summary about the neighborly dispute.
    Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026
Verb
  • The Bear Run Fire is currently listed at a half-acre, according to Watch Duty.
    Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 19 July 2026
  • Food delivery apps list Taylor Farms products available at Costco, Milam’s Markets, Aldi, Sedano’s and even gas stations like Wawa, 7-Eleven and Speedway.
    Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
Noun
  • Their style repertoire is equally wide-ranging, spanning everything from backless rattan designs to teak silhouettes with swooping arms, plush cushions, and graceful arches.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026
  • The Air also has a wide range of trackable activities and exercises in its repertoire.
    Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 13 July 2026
Noun
  • While the Department of Health and Human Services has discussed plans to hold such a meeting, the outlines of the discussion haven’t been reported.
    Lizzy Lawrence, STAT, 13 July 2026
  • Use a vibrant red or orange polish to trace the outline of your nail.
    Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 13 July 2026
Noun
  • Delgado and his family were attending a social gathering at the Harbor Landing clubhouse pool, part of the Lake House at the Martin’s Landing complex, according to FOX affiliate WAGA.
    Adam England, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
  • Book a stay at the waterfront Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa and enjoy the pool and daily afternoon tea time.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 July 2026
Noun
  • That has coincided with a global investment rally in AI stocks, an industry where India has no champions.
    Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 17 July 2026
  • But Pick is on offense, with a sky-high stock to play with and a mandate to protect the firm’s reputation as Wall Street’s shrewdest buyer.
    Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 16 July 2026

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“Inventory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inventory. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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