shopping list
Americannoun
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a list made by a shopper of items or goods to be bought.
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matters to be discussed, requested, or otherwise attended to.
the president's shopping list at the coming summit conference.
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Etymology
Origin of shopping list
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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"Right now the Welsh government has a shopping list significantly larger than its wallet," the source said, saying he would need to help the government prioritise the cost-of-living crisis.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
“What you basically have is a shopping list for thieves,” Downey says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026
Wander through your neighborhood’s international groceries or locally owned shops on a low-pressure afternoon when you’re not racing a shopping list or trying to get dinner on the table in 45 minutes.
From Salon ● May 22, 2026
On the AI front, Uber said users will soon be able to ask the app to plan a week of meals, generate a shopping list, and arrange delivery -- all in one go.
From Barron's ● Apr. 29, 2026
She set up spreadsheets and trackers, and even made Mrs. Hameed a shopping list so she simply checks off the items she needs to restock.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
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