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shopping spree

American  
[shahp-ing spree] / ˈʃɑp ɪŋ ˈspri /

noun

shopping sprees plural
  1. a usually short period of time in which a person makes many purchases, often from a variety of retailers.


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Critics of the all-stock acquisition called it a hype-fueled shopping spree, devoid of market fundamentals.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026

It’s getting as much mileage as it can out of Murrell’s shopping spree, devising ever more elaborate graphics for readers to keep tabs on what Murrell bought with the stolen money.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

But before embarking on a mad shopping spree to build up your points base, there are a few pitfalls to avoid.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

What started as a one-day shopping spree in 2009 has evolved into a monthlong promotion from mid-October to mid-November, and relentless discount campaigns have diluted consumers’ interest in once-popular events.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

The deliveries from Monday's online shopping spree were flooding the hotel.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

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