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buys

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈbaɪz// UK //bˈaɪz// buys

n. things that you have bought, especially when they are good value for the money you spent. You use this when talking about shopping or business deals.

n. items purchased at a specific price, particularly those considered to be of good value or quality relative to their cost. Frequently used in retail, investment, or consumer contexts to evaluate the success of a transaction.


SIMPLE

The store has some great buys this week.

CONTEXTUAL

After comparing several different models, the tech reviewer listed the mid-range tablet as one of the best buys of the year.

COMPLEX

While the initial investment seemed steep, the durable materials and timeless design proved these pieces to be exceptionally smart buys for the growing firm.

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Usually used in the plural form when referring to a collection of purchases or shopping results.

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