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Mom and Pop

[mom-uhn-pop] / ˈmɒm ənˈpɒp /


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After that debacle, Mom and Pop would remain on the sidelines until after World War II, when the American economy boomed once more.

From Barron's ● Apr. 15, 2026

The Lakers move now from a Mom and Pop operated organization to corporate, with TWG Global group.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 21, 2025

Try running a "Mom and Pop" store on that basis and see how long you last.

From Salon ● Aug. 9, 2023

Soccer was that community ask at that time, showing up at a Mom and Pop rec team practices all over the region.

From Seattle Times ● May 27, 2022

To this day I call them Mom and Pop and visit to bask in their love and enjoy the privilege of being treated as though I am their daughter.

From "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High" by Melba Pattillo Beals


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