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to stock up
[phrase form: stock]
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to gather something in large amounts to keep for future use, sale, or for a particular occasion
Example
The new parents stocked up on diapers, wipes and formula for the baby.
Before the storm, people were stocking up on canned goods, water and batteries.
We stocked up on cold medicine, tissues and soup for the upcoming flu season.
Investors stocked up on promising stocks hoping their value would increase.
The store stocked up on seasonals like holiday decorations and winter clothing.
