Example Sentences

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So far, the Zcash hoarding company has stockpiled more than 300,000 of the tokens.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Over the past several years, Beijing has stockpiled oil at record rates, preparing it for just such a crisis.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

The team noted that the U.S., for example, has stockpiled copper, pulling much of it from the global market and causing prices to rise.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 11, 2026

Those who are against Moyes say his tactics are negative, he has stockpiled hard-working central midfield players, has let wide players leave so he is playing Ben Johnson on the wing and won't pick youngsters.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2024

While I scoop up some snow and pack it, Erin hits me three times, which is when I realize that she has stockpiled snowballs.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick