groceries

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The war has also had a negative impact on consumer spending, with many people cutting back to essentials, which has reduced demand in sectors such as tourism, restaurants, and retailers other than groceries.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

County residents surveyed in March — said their cost of living outlook was most influenced by housing affordability, but the cost of utilities, groceries and taxes was increasingly mentioned this year.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

“Grantors often direct the trustee to distribute funds only when certain needs arise. Those needs include “medical or dental care, tuition and job training, basic living costs like housing or groceries if desired.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

The bottom line is that higher energy prices can push up the cost of groceries and other essential goods for years.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

She packed the groceries into four large bags.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt