stock up

phrasal verb

stocked up; stocking up; stocks up

: to get a large quantity of something for later use

—often + on

We made sure to stock up on food before the storm hit.

Examples of stock up in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Also, the brand offers discounts for buying multiples, which is a great incentive to stock up. —Maya Polton, Parents, 16 May 2024

Instead of stocking up on multiple adapters, why not opt for this Mapambo converter that’ll work in about 150 countries, including Italy, Singapore, Japan, and Fiji. —Sanah Faroke, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2024

Broadcast networks that once stocked up on such shows now rely more on reality competitions, game shows and live sports to fill their schedules. —Stephen Battaglio, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2024

Barbecue season is officially upon us, which means grill masters everywhere are stocking up on cast iron skillets, grilling tools, and the best portable grills for camping. —Emily Weaver, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024

But, stocking up on a large variety of ingredients can be intimidating in both cost and effort. —Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 5 May 2024

Want to stock up on summer wardrobe staples ahead of Memorial Day weekend? —Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 3 May 2024

Most of the treasures are just stocked up in piles, awaiting for their chance to impress. —Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2024

Act fast to stock up on casual T-shirts, dressy tank tops, and more spring blouses for less, since most of our picks are on sale and discounts aren’t guaranteed to last. —Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 24 Apr. 2024