shop at
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Definition
Verb: - To be a customer or client of a particular store or business; to regularly purchase goods or services from a specific establishment.
Usage
This verb phrase is used to describe the action of patronizing a specific store or business. It implies a habitual or intentional choice to make purchases there. It is typically followed by the name of the store or business.
Examples
- Verb:
- We always shop at the local farmers' market on Saturdays.
- She prefers to shop at small, independent bookstores.
- Do you shop at that new supermarket downtown?
Advanced Usage
- "to shop at" vs. "to shop in": While "shop at" refers to the specific store, "shop in" is used for a general area or type of store.
- I like to shop at Macy's. (Specific store)
- I like to shop in department stores. (General type)
Variants and Related Words
- Frequent (verb): To visit (a place) often.
- He frequents the café on the corner.
- Patronize (verb): To be a customer of (a business).
- We patronize local businesses whenever possible.
Synonyms
- Buy from: To purchase goods from a seller.
- Trade with: To do business with a particular company or person.
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Shop around: To compare prices or quality at different stores before buying.
- You should shop around before you buy a new car.
Verb
- do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of