box store

American  

noun

1. a retail store that sells a limited assortment of basic grocery items, often, as at a warehouse, displayed in their original cartons in order to lower costs and prices.

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Example Sentences

The turkey and pie are interrupted in both households by the run up to an early Black Friday sale at the big box store owned by the affluent clan.

From New York Times • Nov. 16, 2023

And even more recently, NBC's big box store sitcom "Superstore," which wrapped in 2021, saw able-bodied actor Colton Dunn starring as paraplegic employee Garrett.

From Salon • Oct. 2, 2023

TikTokkers roasted the box store for its hideous rainbow-strewn garments.

From Slate • Jun. 15, 2023

Parkourana emerged from a parked car less than a quarter mile from the big box store, surrendering without incident, police said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2023

The neighborhoods are 20 miles away from the nearest big box store and over 30 from the closest hospital.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2023