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overstock

Pronunciation: [ˈoʊvərstɑk]

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Learn how to use overstock in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “business”

(noun) overstock is when a store has too many items that they can't sell. This can happen when they order too much or when things don't sell as well as expected.

Example

The store had a lot of overstock from last season's clothes, so they had a big sale to clear them out.

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There is no overstock in the shop right now; everything is selling really well.

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What will the store do with its overstock items?

Context: “business”

(verb) to overstock means to fill a store or warehouse with too many items. This usually happens when someone orders more than they can sell or needs.

Example

They decided to overstock on camping gear this summer because they expect many customers.

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The company did not overstock this time, so they have just the right amount of supplies.

Example

Why did the manager choose to overstock the shelves this month?

How to pronounce overstock

Pronunciation: [ˈoʊvərstɑk]

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