stocking stuffer
Americannoun
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a small, usually inexpensive gift that is placed with others in a Christmas stocking.
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any small, inexpensive gift given during the Christmas holidays.
Example Sentences
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Little jars of a spreadable version of them blend up in a minute and make an adorable stocking stuffer.
From Salon ● Dec. 21, 2023
These stocking stuffer ideas for the 2023 holiday season are all under $40, because thoughtfulness doesn’t have a price tag.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 16, 2023
It can be particularly useful at the airport, and is an easy stocking stuffer.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 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
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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