stockpiling

[US]/[ˈstɒkpɪlɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈstɑːkpɪlɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The action of storing up goods for future use.; A large accumulation of goods.
v.To store up goods for future use.; To accumulate a large quantity of something.

Phrases & Collocations

stockpiling supplies

stockpiling food

stockpiling resources

avoiding stockpiling

stockpiling behavior

stockpiled goods

stockpiling risk

preventing stockpiling

past stockpiling

future stockpiling

Example Sentences

the company is accused of stockpiling excess inventory to manipulate the market.

many people started stockpiling food and water before the hurricane hit.

governments often engage in stockpiling essential resources for national security.

the government warned against panic buying and stockpiling unnecessary goods.

due to supply chain disruptions, some retailers are now stockpiling key components.

the country's policy of stockpiling weapons raises concerns among its neighbors.

he admitted to stockpiling cash in his apartment for a rainy day.

the military is constantly stockpiling ammunition and other military supplies.

the pharmaceutical company is stockpiling vaccines in anticipation of a pandemic.

the risk of stockpiling outdated products is a significant concern for businesses.

the government is investigating allegations of illegal stockpiling of medical supplies.

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