comparison-shop
Americanverb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
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to compare prices and quality of merchandise in (competing stores) to determine the best value.
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to compare prices and quality of (competing merchandise).
Etymology
Origin of comparison-shop
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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A senior official said the move would not lower fees on its own, but increased transparency should cut them down by giving tens of millions of renters a chance to comparison-shop.
From Reuters
McBride suggested that consumers comparison-shop to find the best rates on high-yield savings accounts.
From Seattle Times
The agency says such price disclosure will help people comparison-shop and may ultimately help slow rising medical costs.
From Salon
And while rising gas prices drive consumers to comparison-shop more, falling prices ease the need to do so — reducing competitive pressure.
From New York Times
But, typically, consumers don’t comparison-shop, preferring to choose convenience or the provider their doctor recommends.
From Seattle Times
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