out of stock
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But Carles Sisquella, who runs an optical shop in Barcelona, said his store had been out of stock for 10 days.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
Most of their anchovies still remain out of stock, except for a few varieties, including shirasu and white anchovies.
From Salon ● May 28, 2026
“Too often, we’re cluttered, out of stock, or even transactional,” Cara Sylvester, Target’s chief merchandising officer said at the investor meeting.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 19, 2026
Across the country, worried parents and students have been trying to get the jab privately, but pharmacists told the BBC they have either run out of stock or are down to their last supplies.
From BBC ● Mar. 18, 2026
August really wanted to be a Star Wars character called Boba Fett, so Mom looked for a Boba Fett costume in August’s size, which, strangely enough, was out of stock everywhere.
From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio
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