stock up
Example Sentences
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The first shortages prompted a rush on certain products as residents sought to stock up before winter, he said, but he is remaining calm.
From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026
When I get paid once a month, I pay my rent for the month and stock up on food, so I have a place to sleep and enough to eat.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 25, 2026
McManamon says stock up on nuts as a sweet alternative but be aware that they may have a shorter shelf life.
From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026
Investors have taken note, sending the stock up over 860% year to date.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
While I was on a roll, maybe I should have asked her to stock up on some new desk candy, too, but there are times when you just don’t push your luck.
From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick
