general store
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of general store
An Americanism dating back to 1825–35
Example Sentences
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Casey’s began as a general store in Boone, Iowa, in 1968, and has grown to become the third-largest convenience store operator in the U.S., with more than 2,900 stores.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
At the time, Lincoln had been a licensed attorney for 1½ years; he still shared cramped bachelor lodgings above a general store.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 7, 2025
Renowned for its Southern comfort food and down-home appeal, generations of Americans have wandered through the establishment’s general store decor and dined on its Southern comfort food.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 22, 2025
Before her rescue, Ms Wilga was last seen at a general store in the town of Beacon, Western Australia, in her van on 29 June.
From BBC • Jul. 12, 2025
Then I remembered the day before, down at the general store.
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
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