groceries

British

/ ˈɡrəʊsərɪz /

plural noun

merchandise, esp foodstuffs, sold by a grocer

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The war has also had a negative impact on consumer spending, with many people cutting back to essentials, which has reduced demand in sectors such as tourism, restaurants, and retailers other than groceries.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

County residents surveyed in March — said their cost of living outlook was most influenced by housing affordability, but the cost of utilities, groceries and taxes was increasingly mentioned this year.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Driven by Gen Z and millennials, 25% of borrowers hold three or more BNPLs at once, with 29% turning to those for groceries and 20% for delivery or takeout.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

They sure are, yet a group claiming to represent local families seems to have a habit of standing in the way of cheap groceries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

He brings in our groceries and lets me shut the door, change, and get into bed.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron

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