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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The Danbury store is part of a nationwide downsizing as Ethan Allen streamlines stores and lowers expenses while grappling with weak demand.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Don’t forget about loyalty programs as well as the holiday promotions many grocery stores will be offering this weekend.
From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026
This could be a big problem for stores whose customers rely heavily on SNAP.
From Salon • May 22, 2026
Then we’re gonna stroll into Pierce & Ward, which is just a couple stores down.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
There are lots of stores that are just for the tourists; I don’t bother with those.
From "Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry Farmer" by Kelly Jones
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