groceries

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Higher energy prices spilled over to shipping, packaging, groceries and fertilizer.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Americans buy gas, pay utility bills, purchase groceries and start changing their spending behavior in response to these pressures.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

It said house prices were slightly higher than in London, 51% higher than in the south east of England and 23% higher than in Guernsey with groceries 14% more expensive than the UK.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Meggison, who earns $65,000, and her then-husband, who made about $70,000 working at a shipyard, used their cards only for gas, groceries and emergency care for their four dogs, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

"Maybe another time. I need to help you carry the groceries now. And maybe I can help you cook?"

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman