bargain /ˈbɑːrɡən/ (noun) a thing bought for less than the usual price Example: Lois compared the sweaters carefully to determine which was a better bargain
bear /ber/ (verb) to be able to accept and deal with something unpleasant Example: Moya doesn't like crowds so she cannot bear to shop during the holiday rush
behaviour /bɪˈheɪvjər/ (noun) the way that somebody behaves, especially towards other people Example: Suspicious behavior in a department store will draw the attention of the security guards
checkout /ˈtʃekaʊt/ (noun) the place where you pay for the things that you are buying in a supermarket Example: The line at this checkout is too long, so let's look for another
comfort /ˈkʌmfərt/ (noun) the state of being physically relaxed and free from pain; the state of having a pleasant life, with everything that you need Example: I like to dress for comfort if I'm spending the day shopping
expand /ɪkˈspænd/ (verb) to become greater in size, number or importance; to make something greater in size, number or importance Example: The new manager has significantly expanded the store's inventory
explore /ɪkˈsplɔːr/ (verb) to travel to or around an area or a country in order to learn about it Example: The collector likes to explore antique shops looking for bargains
item /ˈaɪtəm/ (noun) one thing on a list of things to buy, do, talk about, etc. Example: Do you think I can get all these items into one bag?
mandatory /ˈmændətɔːri/ (adjective) required by law Example: The jewelry store has a mandatory policy of showing customers only one item at a time
merchandise /ˈmɜːrtʃəndaɪs/ (noun) goods that are bought or sold; goods that are for sale in a shop Example: I am very impressed with the selection of merchandise at this store
strictly /ˈstrɪktli/ (adverb) with a lot of control and rules that must be obeyed Example: Our store strictly enforces its return policy
trend /trend/ (noun) a general direction in which a situation is changing or developing Example: The clothing store tries to stay on top of all the new trends