Example Sentences

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He hadn’t shopped for a new car in years and was stunned by the prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Over the past two years, the organization openly shopped for what it called a new “steward”—language that left the door open to a sale.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

Others said the old rewards system was the only reason they shopped at Lidl and that they would now go elsewhere.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Different nationalities and ethnic groups lived and shopped side by side.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

He would spend too much if he shopped alone.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner