stock up

phrasal verb

stocked up; stocking up; stocks up

: to get a large quantity of something for later use

—often + on

We made sure to stock up on food before the storm hit.

Examples of stock up in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Clothing and Footwear China remains one of the largest sources of textiles and apparel for the U.S., with textiles and clothing imports jumping 20.7 percent in late 2024 as retailers stocked up before tariffs took effect. —Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 4 Feb. 2025

That has been made clear by teams such as the Thunder and Spurs, who have reached different stages of successful rebuilds by stocking up heavily on draft picks. —Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025

Now is the perfect time to stock up on new seating, tables, and accent pillows for your outdoor space. —Megan Schaltegger, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2025

Start stocking up on travel essentials for yourself or a loved one with deals up to 25 percent off. —Gabriella Maestri, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2025