Retail Terminology

noun a passage between rows of seats in a building such as a church or theater, an airplane, or a train

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• Please make sure to walk down the correct aisle to find your seat in the theater.
• Let's meet in the snack aisle at the grocery store.
• I'll be cruising down the cereal aisle for some late-night snacks.
• She walked down the aisle towards her future husband with a smile on her face.

verb to classify or arrange into different categories or groups

• The store offers a wide assort of products to choose from.
• I love going to that bakery because they have a great assort of pastries.
• Let's hit up that new food truck, they have a bomb assort of tacos.
• His speech had an assort of emotions, ranging from anger to sadness.

noun a collection or variety of different things or people

• The store offers a wide assortment of high-quality products for customers to choose from.
• I love going to that bakery because they always have a great assortment of pastries.
• Check out the assortment of snacks in the pantry, there's something for everyone.
• His collection of vintage cars was an impressive assortment of automotive history.

noun a thing bought or offered for sale at a price lower than its value

verb to negotiate the terms and conditions of a transaction, typically to get a lower price

• I was able to negotiate a great bargain on the price of the house.
• I scored a really good bargain on these shoes at the store.
• I can't believe I got this jacket for a steal, what a bargain!
• Learning a new language is a bargain for expanding your horizons.

noun a container typically made of woven materials such as cane or straw, used for carrying or storing items

• She carefully placed the fruits in the wicker basket.
• Can you pass me that basket over there?
• I scored a sweet basket in the basketball game yesterday.
• The team's defense was like a tightly woven basket, preventing any points from getting through.

noun A small grocery store, especially in a Spanish-speaking neighborhood.

• The bodega on the corner is a convenient place to pick up groceries.
• Let's swing by the bodega to grab some snacks for the party.
• I love the vibe at that bodega, they always have the best sandwiches.
• The bodega of knowledge is found in books and libraries.

noun A person who sells books.

• The bookseller recommended a variety of classic novels to the customer.
• I love chatting with the bookseller at my favorite bookstore.
• The bookseller hooked me up with some dope reads.
• The bookseller was like a literary wizard, casting spells with each book recommendation.

verb to cause to return or be returned to a previous condition or place

• The company decided to bring back the old policy after receiving feedback from employees.
• I wish they would bring back the original recipe for this dish, it tasted so much better.
• I heard they're bringing back the retro fashion trend from the 90s.
• Sometimes, a certain smell can bring back memories from our childhood.

noun a strongbox or small chest for holding cash or valuables

• The cashier placed the money in the cashbox at the end of the day.
• Hey, can you grab some change from the cashbox for me?
• I found some extra cash in the cashbox, score!
• Her mind was like a locked cashbox, no one could access her deepest thoughts.

noun a person who receives or disburses money in a shop, bank, or business

• The cashier at the grocery store efficiently scanned and bagged my items.
• I asked the cashier for a receipt before leaving the store.
• The cashier was super chill and gave me a discount on my purchase.
• In life, we all take turns being the cashier and the customer, exchanging experiences and knowledge.

noun a bill in a restaurant or bar

verb to examine or inspect something

• Please remember to check out at the front desk before leaving the hotel.
• Don't forget to check out the new restaurant down the street.
• You should totally check out that new movie, it's awesome!
• I encourage you to check out the possibilities before making a decision.

adjective Chock full is an adjective that means completely full or filled to capacity.

• The textbook was chock full of valuable information on the subject.
• The fridge is chock full of leftovers from last night's dinner.
• Her closet is chock full of trendy clothes and accessories.
• His mind was chock full of creative ideas for the project.

noun a process of removing or getting rid of something

verb to remove or get rid of something

• The company decided to clear out old inventory to make room for new products.
• I need to clear out my closet, it's getting too cluttered.
• Let's clear out of this party before it gets too boring.
• She needed to clear out her mind of negative thoughts before making a decision.

noun the amount of space between two things or the space that is needed for a person or vehicle to be able to pass something safely

• The store is having a clearance sale on all winter clothing items.
• I scored some great deals at the clearance section of the store.
• I always check out the clearance rack for some cheap finds.
• After a long discussion, they finally got clearance to move forward with the project.

noun a sale of merchandise at reduced prices to get rid of excess inventory

verb to sell off merchandise at reduced prices to get rid of excess inventory

• The company decided to close out the project due to budget constraints.
• We need to close out the meeting and make a decision.
• Let's close out this conversation and move on to the next topic.
• It's time to close out this chapter of my life and start fresh.

noun the action of consigning or delivering something

• The consignment of goods arrived at the warehouse for inspection.
• I'm picking up my consignment of clothes from the store later.
• I scored a sweet consignment of vintage records at the flea market.
• She viewed her new job as a consignment of opportunities waiting to be explored.

noun a device used to keep count of something, typically a mechanical or electronic one used in various games and sports

verb to speak or act in opposition to

• The cashier behind the counter greeted the customer with a smile.
• I'll meet you by the counter at the front of the store.
• Let's grab some snacks at the counter before heading out.
• She used humor as a counter to his serious demeanor.

noun a large retail store that sells a wide variety of goods organized into separate departments

• I prefer to shop at a department store for all my clothing needs.
• Let's hit up the department store for some new outfits.
• I'm gonna check out the department store for some sick threads.
• The department store of knowledge offers a wide array of books for us to explore.

noun a store where items are sold at low prices, typically costing a dime or very little money

• I remember buying stationery supplies from the dime store when I was a child.
• Let's stop by the dime store to grab some cheap snacks.
• I found this cool vintage jacket at the dime store for a steal.
• His taste in fashion is like something you'd find at a dime store.

noun A discount store is a retail store that sells products at lower prices than traditional retail stores.

• The discount store offers a wide range of products at lower prices.
• I love shopping at the discount store because everything is so cheap.
• Let's hit up the discount store for some good deals.
• The discount store is like a treasure trove of affordable items.

noun a large retail store selling a wide variety of goods

• The emporium was filled with a wide array of high-end products.
• Let's check out that emporium for some cool stuff.
• I heard the emporium is the bomb for trendy clothes.
• Her mind was an emporium of creative ideas.

noun A store that sells inexpensive items, typically costing five or ten cents

adjective Describing the type of store or the pricing of items sold in such a store

• The store sold a variety of items, including products from the five-and-ten section.
• Let's check out the five-and-ten area for some cheap finds.
• I love browsing the five-and-ten for cool stuff.
• She always shops at the five-and-ten of life, never splurging on anything expensive.

noun a person employed in a store to help customers and supervise sales staff

• The floorwalker at the department store was responsible for supervising the sales staff and assisting customers.
• Hey, have you seen the floorwalker walking around the store today?
• The floorwalker is always on top of things, making sure everything is running smoothly.
• In the corporate world, the CEO is like the floorwalker, overseeing all operations and ensuring everything is in order.

noun A general store is a retail store that sells a variety of goods, often including food and household items, in a small town or rural area.

• The small town had a quaint general store that sold a variety of goods.
• Let's stop by the general store on our way back from the lake.
• I heard the general store in that town has some really cool stuff.
• The general store of knowledge is always open for those who seek to learn.

noun a large amount or quantity of something

adjective of high quality or standard

• The negotiation resulted in a good deal for both parties involved.
• I think we got a really good deal on that car.
• We scored a sweet deal on those concert tickets.
• Investing in your education is always a good deal in the long run.

verb to address with salutations or expressions of kind wishes; to welcome

• It is customary to greet your guests upon their arrival.
• Hey, don't forget to greet everyone when they come in.
• Yo, make sure you greet all the homies when they show up.
• The sun greeted the horizon with a burst of color as it rose in the morning.

noun a person who sells food and other household goods

• The grocer stocked fresh produce and pantry staples for the community.
• I ran into the grocer at the market and he told me about the new shipment of fruits.
• I'll swing by the grocer's to pick up some snacks for the party.
• The grocer of wisdom dispensed valuable advice to all who sought it.

noun physical products that are tangible and durable

adjective describing the quality of the goods as sturdy or robust

• The store specializes in selling hard goods such as tools and appliances.
• I need to pick up some hard goods like pots and pans for my new apartment.
• I heard they have a great selection of hard goods at that store.
• In the business world, hard goods refer to physical products rather than services or intangible items.

adverb used to indicate that something is kept or reserved for future use or purpose

preposition indicating that something is physically present or available for use or purchase

• The new product line is now available in store for customers to purchase.
• Have you seen the latest items in store? They're really cool.
• I heard there's a huge sale in store this weekend, we should check it out.
• There are many opportunities in store for those who are willing to take risks.

noun a complete list of items such as property, goods in stock, or the contents of a building

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• The company conducted a thorough inventory of all its assets.
• I need to take inventory of all the supplies in the storage room.
• I have to do a quick inventory check before we open the store.
• She took inventory of her life and realized she needed to make some changes.

noun an individual article or unit, especially one that is part of a list, collection, or set

• The item in question is a rare artifact dating back to the 15th century.
• I really like that item you bought at the antique store.
• Check out this sick item I just copped from the thrift shop.
• His courage was the most valuable item in his arsenal.

noun a thing or object, especially one that is part of a list or collection

• The store offers a wide variety of items for sale.
• I need to pick up a few items from the grocery store.
• Let's grab some cool items for the party tonight.
• His speech contained many valuable items of information.

noun a miscellaneous collection of items sold together as a single unit

• I am considering purchasing a job lot of office supplies for the new branch.
• I found a great deal on a job lot of sneakers online.
• I scored a sweet job lot of vintage records at the flea market.
• She handled the difficult situation with a job lot of grace and composure.

noun a small gift given to a customer by a merchant at the time of a purchase

• The store owner decided to offer a lagniappe to each customer as a token of appreciation.
• The bakery often gives a little lagniappe with every purchase.
• I always love when the bartender throws in a lagniappe drink at the end of the night.
• Kindness is like a lagniappe, adding a little extra sweetness to life.

noun a method of purchasing an item where the buyer makes a deposit and the item is reserved until the full payment is made

verb to store or set aside for future use or purchase

• I decided to lay away some money each month for my upcoming vacation.
• I'm gonna lay away some cash for that new video game.
• I'm gonna lay away some dough for the concert tickets.
• She decided to lay away her worries and focus on the present moment.

noun a noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'lead item' is a noun that refers to the main or primary item in a list or group.

• The lead item in the presentation was the new product line.
• The lead item on the agenda is the team building activity.
• The lead item for tonight's party is the karaoke machine.
• In the discussion, the lead item was the need for improved communication.

noun a price that is recommended by the manufacturer or seller as the initial selling price of a product

• The list price of the car was $30,000, but I was able to negotiate a lower price.
• The list price for the concert tickets is $100, but I'm sure we can find them cheaper online.
• I can't believe the list price for those shoes is $200! That's way too expensive.
• The list price of success includes hard work, dedication, and perseverance.

noun a building or facility where mail order business is conducted

• The mail order house received a high volume of orders during the holiday season.
• I love shopping at that mail order house, they have such unique products.
• I found the coolest stuff in that mail order house catalog.
• The mail order house was like a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

noun a reduction in price

verb to reduce the price of an item

• The retailer decided to mark down the prices of their products in order to attract more customers.
• I heard they're going to mark down those shoes you've been wanting to buy.
• Let's wait until they mark down the new video game before we buy it.
• She couldn't help but mark down all the ways in which he had changed since they first met.

noun a market or marketplace, especially one in a rural or small town setting

• The department store decided to open a new mart in the downtown area.
• Let's swing by the mart on our way home to pick up some groceries.
• I heard there's a cool mart in the neighborhood where you can find all the latest fashion trends.
• The mart of knowledge is where you can find all the answers to your questions.

noun goods to be bought and sold

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• The store manager is responsible for overseeing the inventory of merchandise.
• I love browsing through all the cool merchandise at that store.
• I scored some awesome merch at the concert last night.
• Her kindness and generosity are the best merchandise she has to offer.

noun the activity of promoting the sale of goods, especially by their presentation in retail outlets

• The company's merchandising strategy focuses on displaying products in an appealing way to attract customers.
• I love browsing through the merchandising section at concerts to find cool souvenirs.
• The merch game at that store is on point - they always have the latest trends.
• In the world of politics, merchandising plays a key role in promoting a candidate's image.

noun a product or item that cannot be returned

adjective describing something that cannot be returned

• Please note that all sales are final and nonreturnable.
• Sorry, but these items are nonreturnable once purchased.
• You're stuck with it, dude. It's nonreturnable.
• The decision she made was nonreturnable, leading to irreversible consequences.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence, such as 'buy' which is the main action in this phrase

adverb a word that modifies a verb, providing more information about the action being performed, such as 'not' which negates the action of buying

• I decided to not buy the product after reading the negative reviews.
• I'm gonna pass on buying that, it doesn't seem worth it.
• I'm not gonna drop cash on that, it's a rip-off.
• I chose to not buy into the hype surrounding the new gadget.

noun a point in a wiring system at which current is taken to supply electric devices

• The electrical outlet in the living room needs to be replaced.
• I need to plug my phone charger into the outlet over there.
• I found a great deal on clothes at the outlet mall.
• Reading is a great outlet for stress relief.

noun a person who sells goods, typically in small quantities, directly to individuals or small groups

• The peddler traveled from town to town selling his wares.
• The peddler was going around selling stuff.
• The peddler was hustling his goods on the streets.
• The peddler of lies spread misinformation throughout the community.

noun a sudden, brief, and casual visit

verb to make a brief and casual visit

• Please feel free to pop in at any time during our office hours for a consultation.
• Hey, why don't you pop in for a cup of coffee later?
• I'll just pop in for a quick chat before heading out.
• The idea seemed to just pop in out of nowhere.

noun price cut

• The company decided to implement a price cut in order to attract more customers.
• I heard there's a price cut at the store, let's go check it out!
• Yo, did you hear about the sick price cut at that store?
• The price cut was like a breath of fresh air for the struggling business.

noun a label showing the price of an item for sale

• The price tag on the designer dress was quite high.
• I couldn't believe the price tag on that new phone!
• The price tag on those sneakers is way too steep for me.
• She realized the emotional price tag of holding onto past grudges.

verb to return something to its original place or position

• Please remember to put back all books after you have finished reading them.
• Hey, don't forget to put back the remote when you're done with it.
• Dude, just put back the stuff where you found it, okay?
• It's time to put back the pieces of our broken relationship and move on.

noun a device for torture, consisting of a frame on which a victim is stretched

verb to cause great physical or mental suffering

• The server room is equipped with a rack to store the network equipment.
• I need to organize my closet and get a shoe rack.
• Let's hit the slopes and shred the gnar on the ski rack.
• She has a rack of trophies from all her swimming competitions.

verb to cause extreme stress or anguish; to torment or torture

adjective having been subjected to extreme stress or pressure

• The company was racked with financial problems due to poor management.
• She was racked with guilt after lying to her friend.
• I was totally racked after that intense workout at the gym.
• His mind was racked with worry as he waited for the test results.

noun a written acknowledgment of having received something

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• Please make sure to keep your receipt as proof of purchase.
• Hey, don't forget to grab your receipt before you leave.
• I always ask for a receipt just in case something goes wrong.
• Her smile was like a receipt of happiness, impossible to ignore.

noun a sum of money that is returned to someone who has overpaid or been overcharged for something

verb to give back or repay (money)

• The customer requested a refund for the defective product.
• She asked for her money back because the item was broken.
• He wanted a refund because the thing was total garbage.
• She hoped to get a refund on the time she wasted on that project.

noun a formal or official list or record

verb to enter or record in an official list or record

• Please remember to register for the conference before the deadline.
• Hey, don't forget to sign up for the workshop!
• Make sure you get on the list for the party, it's gonna be lit!
• His passion for music was evident from the moment he could register his first piano notes.

noun a store that sells goods directly to the public

• The retail store offers a wide range of products for customers to choose from.
• I'm going to swing by the retail store to pick up a few things.
• Let's hit up the retail store for some shopping.
• The retail store is like a treasure trove of hidden gems waiting to be discovered.

noun a thorough search for something

verb to search throughly and untidily through a mass or receptacle

• She decided to rummage through the old files to find the missing document.
• I had to rummage through my closet to find my favorite sweater.
• I'm going to rummage through the fridge for a late-night snack.
• Sometimes we need to rummage through our thoughts to find clarity.

noun a transaction in which a buyer pays a seller for a product or service

verb to offer something for purchase

adjective related to the act of selling products or services

preposition used in phrases like 'on sale' to indicate that a product is available for purchase at a reduced price

• The company is having a sale on their products this weekend.
• Hey, did you hear about the big sale happening at the mall?
• I scored some awesome deals at the sale yesterday!
• His constant sales pitches make it hard to trust his intentions.

noun a building or room where goods or services are sold

verb to visit or buy from a store or business

• I need to stop by the shop to pick up some supplies for the project.
• Let's hit up the shop to see if they have any new arrivals.
• I'm gonna swing by the shop to grab a quick bite to eat.
• His mind was like a cluttered shop, filled with random thoughts and ideas.

verb to steal goods from a store while pretending to be a customer

• The security guard caught the individual attempting to shoplift from the department store.
• I heard that someone tried to shoplift from the mall yesterday.
• She got busted for trying to shoplift some clothes from the store.
• He always tries to shoplift credit for other people's ideas during meetings.

noun a criminal who takes items from a shop without paying for them

• The shoplifter was caught red-handed by the store security.
• Did you hear about the shoplifter who got caught stealing from the mall?
• That shoplifter is a real piece of work, always trying to snag stuff.
• The shoplifter of happiness is jealousy, always trying to steal joy from others.

noun a physical location where people go to shop for goods and services

• The new shopping center in town offers a wide variety of high-end stores.
• Let's meet up at the shopping center later to grab some lunch.
• I heard there's a sick shopping center downtown with all the cool shops.
• Her mind was like a busy shopping center, filled with thoughts and ideas.

noun the action or activity of buying goods from stores

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• I enjoy going shopping at high-end boutiques to find unique pieces for my wardrobe.
• Let's go shopping for some new clothes this weekend!
• I'm always down to go shopping for some fresh kicks.
• Shopping for the perfect words to express my feelings can be challenging.

noun a specialized vocabulary or informal language used by people in the same profession or workplace

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• During the meeting, the conversation shifted from small talk to shoptalk about the latest industry trends.
• When I met up with my colleagues for lunch, our discussion quickly turned into shoptalk about upcoming projects.
• At the networking event, I overheard some shoptalk about a new startup in town.
• As a seasoned professional, I can easily navigate through the shoptalk to get to the heart of the matter.

adjective showing signs of wear or age; lacking freshness or originality

• The shopworn merchandise was marked down for clearance.
• I don't want to buy that shopworn sweater, it looks old and worn out.
• I can't believe she's still trying to sell that shopworn stuff.
• His shopworn excuses no longer held any weight with his boss.

noun a person who specializes in psychotherapy and is able to help individuals work through emotional or psychological issues

verb to become smaller in size or amount, typically as a result of exposure to heat or moisture

• The company had to shrink its workforce in order to cut costs.
• I need to shrink this sweater before I can wear it again.
• I heard that new diet pill can make you shrink in no time.
• His confidence seemed to shrink as he faced the daunting challenge.

noun A thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event, typically a small item or token

• I purchased a beautiful souvenir from the museum gift shop.
• I picked up a cool souvenir at the beach souvenir shop.
• I snagged a sweet souvenir from the concert last night.
• The old house serves as a souvenir of a bygone era.

noun A type of store that specializes in selling specific types of products or services.

• The specialty shop offers a wide range of artisanal products.
• I love browsing through the specialty shop for unique gifts.
• Let's check out that cool specialty shop down the street.
• Her boutique is like a specialty shop for vintage treasures.

noun a retail establishment selling items to customers

verb to keep or accumulate for future use

adjective of or relating to a store

• I visited the local store to purchase some groceries.
• I went to the store to grab some snacks.
• I hit up the store for some munchies.
• His mind was a storehouse of knowledge.

noun various items not specified individually

adjective describing various items or miscellaneous goods

• The store sells a variety of sundries including toiletries, stationery, and snacks.
• I picked up some sundries like chips and gum at the convenience store.
• I always grab some sundries like odds and ends when I'm out shopping.
• The project required gathering sundries such as data, resources, and expertise.

noun a large retail store that sells a variety of food and household items

• I usually buy groceries from the supermarket near my house.
• Let's grab some snacks from the supermarket on our way home.
• I'm just gonna swing by the supermart to pick up a few things.
• The internet is like a supermarket of information, you can find everything you need.

adjective describing a surface or object that does not have any distinguishing marks or signs

adverb used to modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb to indicate the absence of marking or distinguishing features

• The unmarked grave was located in the far corner of the cemetery.
• I found an unmarked trail that leads to a hidden waterfall.
• The package was left on the doorstep of the unmarked house.
• Her emotions remained unmarked by the events of the day.

adjective not able to be returned or given back

• The store has a strict policy on unreturnable items.
• You can't bring back that unreturnable shirt.
• Sorry, dude, but that hat is unreturnable.
• Once you make that decision, it's unreturnable.

noun a type of retail store that offers a wide range of products in different categories

• I stopped by the variety store to pick up some household items.
• Let's swing by the variety store to grab some snacks.
• I love browsing around the variety store for random stuff.
• The variety store is like a treasure trove of hidden gems.

noun the action or practice of selling goods or services through automatic machines

verb present participle of the verb 'vend', which means to sell goods or services

• The company decided to install a vending machine in the break room for employees to purchase snacks and drinks.
• I always hit up the vending machine for a quick snack during my break.
• Let's raid the vending machine for some munchies!
• The vending machine of life sometimes dispenses unexpected opportunities.

noun articles of a specified kind for sale

verb to become aware of or conscious of

• The company specializes in importing and distributing electronic wares.
• I love browsing through all the kitchen wares at the store.
• Check out the new tech ware that just dropped!
• His smile was like a shining ware in a sea of darkness.

noun a wholesale house is a business that sells goods in large quantities to retailers or other businesses, rather than to individual customers

• The wholesale house offers bulk discounts to retailers purchasing large quantities of products.
• I love shopping at the wholesale house because I can get great deals on everything.
• Let's hit up the wholesale house and stock up on snacks for the party.
• In the business world, she is known as the wholesale house for her ability to provide resources in large quantities.

noun a person or company that sells goods in large quantities to retailers or other businesses

• The wholesaler provides goods in bulk to retailers at a discounted price.
• I always buy my products from the wholesaler down the street.
• The wholesaler hooked me up with a great deal on these items.
• She acted as a wholesaler of information, distributing it to all the team members.

noun a form of shopping in which a person browses through store windows to look at merchandise without necessarily intending to make a purchase

• She enjoyed spending her Saturday afternoon engaging in window shopping at the upscale boutiques.
• Let's go do some window shopping downtown this weekend!
• I love just wandering around the mall and doing some window shopping.
• Sometimes I like to do some window shopping for new opportunities before committing to anything.

noun a person who stocks shelves in a store or warehouse

• The shelf-stocker diligently organized products on the shelves according to the inventory list.
• Hey, have you seen the new shelf-stocker in the store? They're really fast at restocking!
• The shelf-stocker is always hustlin' to get those shelves filled up.
• In a way, the shelf-stocker is like a magician, making products disappear from the back room and reappear on the shelves.

verb to look at goods in store windows without intending to buy anything

• During the weekend, many people enjoy windowshopping in the city's boutique stores.
• Let's just windowshop today and not buy anything.
• I love to windowshop and pretend like I can afford everything.
• Sometimes I like to windowshop for new ideas and inspiration without committing to anything.

noun a week in which businesses offer discounts and promotions, typically occurring around the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States

• During Black Week, many retailers offer significant discounts on a wide range of products.
• I can't wait for Black Week to score some great deals on electronics!
• Black Week is the perfect time to splurge on things you've been eyeing for a while.
• For some people, Black Week feels like a marathon of shopping and deals.

noun A buyers club is a group or organization formed to collectively purchase goods or services in order to get discounts or better deals.

• The buyers club was established to provide exclusive discounts to its members.
• Hey, have you heard about the buyers club? You can get some great deals there.
• I'm part of this cool buyers club that hooks me up with all the latest gadgets.
• Being part of the buyers club gives you access to a whole new world of shopping opportunities.

noun A word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things.

verb A word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence.

preposition A word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause.

article A word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun.

• The new product is expected to fly off the shelves due to its innovative features.
• I heard that the latest iPhone is going to fly off the shelves as soon as it's released.
• These sneakers are so cool, they're going to fly off the shelves in no time!
• Her latest novel is so captivating that it's sure to fly off the shelves once it's published.

noun A store where most items are priced at one pound or a similar low price

• I purchased some household items at the pound shop.
• I found some cool stuff at the pound shop.
• I scored some cheap goodies at the pound shop.
• The pound shop is like a treasure trove of affordable items.

noun a card that is preloaded with a specific amount of money and can be used to make purchases at a particular store or group of stores

• I received a gift card as a token of appreciation for my hard work.
• My aunt gave me a gift card for my favorite clothing store.
• I scored a sweet gift card from my boss for hitting my sales target.
• Her kindness was like a gift card for my soul, bringing me joy and comfort.

noun a store owned and operated by a company for the convenience of its employees or customers

• The company store offers a variety of products for employees to purchase.
• I heard the company store has some cool stuff for sale.
• Let's hit up the company store for some swag.
• Shopping at the company store means supporting the business directly.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun

• Please remember to mind the shop while I am away on a business trip.
• Hey, don't forget to mind the shop when I step out for a bit.
• Yo, make sure you mind the shop while I run some errands.
• In the absence of the manager, it is important for the employees to mind the shop and ensure everything runs smoothly.

noun a person's goods or merchandise for sale

verb to sell or offer for sale one's goods or merchandise

• The artisan set up a booth at the craft fair to ply his wares.
• She opened up her shop on the corner to ply her wares to passersby.
• He hit the streets to ply his wares and make some quick cash.
• The politician went door to door to ply his wares and gain support for his campaign.

noun a person or thing that is being shown or exhibited, especially in a store or museum

adjective pertaining to something that was previously used for display purposes

• The ex display model was marked down significantly due to minor cosmetic imperfections.
• I managed to snag a great deal on an ex display TV at the electronics store.
• I scored an ex display phone for half the price - what a steal!
• Her ex display attitude towards life showed that she had been through a lot.

noun a small box or receptacle for holding coins

• The coin box at the parking lot is almost full and needs to be emptied.
• Hey, can you help me find the coin box? I need change for the vending machine.
• I heard there's a coin box at the arcade where you can score some free tokens.
• Her mind was like a coin box, full of different thoughts and ideas waiting to be explored.

noun a secure container used for storing cash or other valuables

• The cashier securely locked the cash box after closing hours.
• Hey, can you grab the cash box from under the counter?
• I heard someone tried to swipe the cash box last night.
• Her mind is like a locked cash box, no one can access her thoughts easily.

noun change - coins or bills used to make a purchase or exchange for other currency

• The change machine at the laundromat was out of order.
• Hey, can you help me find the change machine in this place?
• I always hit up the change machine at the arcade before playing any games.
• Sometimes I wish I had a change machine for my thoughts, so I could switch them out for better ones.

noun a person who operates the checkout counter in a store

• The checkout operator efficiently scanned each item and processed the payment.
• The checkout operator was super quick at scanning my groceries.
• That checkout operator was on fire, scanning items like a boss.
• The checkout operator was like a well-oiled machine, smoothly processing each transaction.

noun a type of retail store that is not open to the public and is used primarily for fulfilling online orders

• The dark store model has gained popularity among retailers for fulfilling online orders efficiently.
• I heard that the new grocery store opening up is going to be a dark store.
• Let's hit up the dark store down the street for some late-night snacks.
• Her mind felt like a dark store, filled with hidden memories and unexplored emotions.

noun a container where people can leave money for items they take, relying on the honesty of others to pay for what they've taken

• The honesty box system relies on customers paying the correct amount for the produce they take.
• Hey, don't forget to leave your payment in the honesty box when you grab some eggs from the farm.
• I always make sure to drop some cash in the honesty box when I pick up some veggies from the stand.
• In a world full of deceit, the honesty box serves as a beacon of trust and integrity.

noun a name or label for a person, place, thing, or idea

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

• The acronym BISLY stands for 'Business in a Socially Responsible Way'.
• I heard that BISLY is the new way to do business sustainably.
• Let's make sure our company is BISLY-compliant.
• In the world of business, being BISLY is the key to long-term success.

noun four-wall profit: the amount of money a business makes after subtracting all expenses related to the physical location or 'four walls' of the establishment

• The company's financial report showed a significant increase in four-wall profit compared to last quarter.
• The store manager was thrilled to see the four-wall profit go up after implementing new sales strategies.
• We're killing it in terms of four-wall profit this year!
• His dedication to improving the store's operations really paid off in terms of four-wall profit.

noun Tesco Music - a proper noun referring to a specific brand or type of music associated with the Tesco company

• Tesco Music is a new initiative by the supermarket chain to offer a wide selection of music for customers to purchase.
• Have you checked out the Tesco Music section? They have some great deals on CDs and vinyl.
• I heard Tesco Music is the place to go for all the latest tunes.
• Listening to Tesco Music is like a treasure hunt, you never know what gems you might discover.

noun a purchase made before an item is available for sale

verb to place an order for a product before it is officially released

• Customers can now pre-order the latest smartphone model before it is officially released.
• Hey, did you hear that you can pre-order the new video game already?
• I'm definitely gonna pre-order the new album as soon as it's available!
• She decided to pre-order happiness by focusing on self-care and positive thoughts.