groceries

British

/ ˈɡrəʊsərɪz /

plural noun

merchandise, esp foodstuffs, sold by a grocer

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Example Sentences

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The share of income spent on gasoline and groceries, however, has remained fairly steady within the last three years.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

"Especially when you have so many people at home that can't afford basic things like groceries and gas."

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

For Jane, it’s either that or bagging groceries at Trader Joe’s.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

Some officers have sold plasma, delivered groceries and driven for ride-hailing services to get money to pay bills, according to the union.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Their income was always unpredictable, and any time off or a lull in their business would impact how much money we had for bills and groceries each month.

From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi

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