Example Sentences

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Stockpiling isn’t the most efficient way to secure supply for all critical minerals.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

Stockpiling isn’t financially or logistically feasible at Mirate, a Mexican restaurant and bar in Los Feliz, co-owner Matt Egan said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2025

An aerial view shows Shibushi National Petroleum Stockpiling Base in Kagoshima prefecture, Japan January 18, 2019, in this photo taken by Kyodo.

From Reuters • Nov. 24, 2021

Stockpiling is moving up the agenda as Brexit approaches.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2018

Stockpiling goods and components won’t be a viable alternative for a large number of companies, according to John Hammond, a lawyer at CMS who specializes in advising U.K. and German companies ahead of Brexit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 26, 2018