stock up

phrasal verb

stocked up; stocking up; stocks up

: to get a large quantity of something for later use

—often + on

We made sure to stock up on food before the storm hit.

Examples of stock up in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Now’s the time to stock up on what’s sure to be one of fall’s biggest trends. —

Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2024 Televisions In addition to stocking up on meal prep supplies, Abernathy swears by Costco electronics, particularly TVs. —

Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2024 Zoom out: Teachers are also stocking up on school supplies. —

Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 8 Aug. 2024 Amazon Gardening Deals Now is the perfect time to stock up on gardening essentials like pruning shears and outdoor planters to elevate your summer garden before the season ends. —

Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for stock up

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