stores
Britishplural noun
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a supply or stock of something, esp essentials, for a specific purpose
the ship's stores
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munitions slung externally on a military aircraft airframe
Example Sentences
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In earlier bankruptcy filings, Dharod had blamed California and Carl’s Jr. for his stores’ struggles.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
The company said it has recently taken some market share in certain categories, namely longer-lasting, larger household items, partly because of stores’ “value and convenience.”
From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026
And many apparel tenants are shrinking their stores’ footprints.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
Shein is set to open additional shops in French cities this week after the stores' launch in December was delayed.
From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026
I retrace my steps back to the school, where the block is almost empty and most of the stores’ gates are already down.
From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi
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