tuck shop

Example Sentences

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PC Dwyer went to the tuck shop on 21 January and after putting some money in the cash tin, removed two packets of Jaffa Cakes, the panel heard.

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2021

A police officer is to face a misconduct hearing after being accused of taking Jaffa Cakes from a charity tuck shop without paying.

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2021

But arguably one of her most innovative Red Roses contributions has been off the field - as the co-founder of the England camp's tuck shop.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2021

A spaza or tuck shop is an informal store that used to be found on every corner in townships, selling everyday essentials at cheap prices.

From The Guardian • Jun. 15, 2020

During long break, she bounced in front of a group of girls as they went to the tuck shop to buy biscuits and Coke.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie