general store

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A video on the company’s website shows schematics of bunkers fitted out as a gym, a restaurant, a general store, a community center and a medical clinic.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Born on 27 November 1912 - the seventh of 12 children to Samuel and Frances Drew - he helped run the family's general store.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

He is also requiring the VA to begin construction of a town center, including such amenities as a cafe and general store, on the property within 18 months.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 6, 2024

“I am not feeling well because of the stifling heat, but I have to work,” said Ghulam Farid, who owns a small general store in Sheikhupra, a city in Punjab province.

From Seattle Times • May 21, 2024

And my arms and legs were still aching from the heavy sugarloaf I carried all the way from Mr. Lloyd’s general store.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan