groceries
Britishplural noun
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“Essential categories—such as groceries, gas, and household items—continue to show net positive spending intentions, while discretionary categories like consumer electronics, computers, and alcohol exhibit comparatively weaker spending outlooks,” Weaver writes.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
Chuong Vo said families are struggling with a variety of costs, including gas, groceries and insurance.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
With prices for everything from groceries to gas climbing, Americans are pinching pennies and making hard choices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
Two-thirds of families with children report having to choose between buying groceries and paying rent.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026
Roz started picking up the groceries and said, “Let me help you inside.”
From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown
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