Panic Buy

Pronunciation: /ˈpænɪk baɪ/

Definitions of panic buy

noun a sudden, widespread, and often irrational purchase of goods, typically in response to a perceived shortage or crisis

Example Sentences

A1 I did a panic buy of toilet paper when I heard about the lockdown.

A2 The store was crowded with people doing panic buys of canned goods.

B1 During emergencies, it is common for people to panic buy essential items.

B2 The government advised against panic buying as it causes shortages for others.

C1 Some retailers take advantage of panic buys by raising prices during crises.

C2 Experts recommend having a well-stocked emergency kit to avoid panic buys in times of crisis.

Examples of panic buy in a Sentence

formal The government advised against panic buying during the pandemic.

informal People were panic buying toilet paper like crazy last week.

slang Don't be a panic buyer and hoard all the supplies.

figurative Her tendency to panic buy shoes whenever they go on sale is out of control.

Grammatical Forms of panic buy

• past tense: panicked buy
• plural: panic buys
• comparative: more panic buy
• superlative: most panic buy
• present tense: panic buy
• future tense: will panic buy
• perfect tense: have panic bought
• continuous tense: is panic buying
• singular: panic buys
• positive degree: panic buy
• infinitive: to panic buy
• gerund: panicking buy
• participle: panicked buying

Origin and Evolution of panic buy

First Known Use: 1980 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'panic buy' originated from the combination of 'panic' meaning sudden uncontrollable fear or anxiety and 'buy' meaning to purchase goods or services.

Evolution of the word: The term 'panic buy' gained popularity in the 1980s during times of crisis or uncertainty when people would rush to buy essential items in bulk out of fear of shortages. Over time, the term has become commonly used in various situations where people hoard or stockpile items in response to perceived threats or emergencies.