stores

/ stɔːz /

plural noun

1. a supply or stock of something, esp essentials, for a specific purpose

   the ship's stores

2. munitions slung externally on a military aircraft airframe

Example Sentences

Several factors have hampered the company, including tariff mitigation, the transition to a multi-price model at many stores, lower distribution capacity, and the sale of Family Dollar.

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Consumers said they are cutting back on purchases, stockpiling certain foods or exploring more-affordable stores.

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AB 1043, for example, will require app stores and device manufacturers to take age data from users in order to ensure that they are complying with age verification requirements.

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Consulting group Bain recently forecast holiday sales growth of around 4% for 2025, and predicts department, electronics, and sporting good stores will see declines, though the company expects growth in personal care and e-commerce.

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They said the company has less than one-third of its overall exposure to department stores.

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