stocking stuffer

American

noun

a small, usually inexpensive gift that is placed with others in a Christmas stocking.
any small, inexpensive gift given during the Christmas holidays.

Example Sentences

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For an out-of-the-box stocking stuffer for foodies, cooks and entertainers alike, consider the Prepara Herb Savors.

From Salon • Dec. 17, 2024

A cute, colorful and practical stocking stuffer, this multitool keeps them prepared with seven Allen keys, a Phillips screwdriver, a slotted screwdriver and a torx drive bit.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023

Former President Donald Trump on Thursday said he’s starting to sell digital trading cards, billing them as a great Christmas stocking stuffer.

From Washington Times • Dec. 15, 2022

That makes this shade of nail varnish, described on the JINsoon website as a “dreamy sheer white reminiscent of organza fabric,” the perfect on-trend stocking stuffer.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2022

Cutely designed and packed with tips and advice, “Pickleball For All” would make a lovely stocking stuffer for your favorite pickler or a gag gift for your favorite hater.

From Washington Post • Oct. 29, 2022

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