Shop around

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Not Literal

Involves researching and comparing, not necessarily physically visiting different stores.

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She shopped around online before buying her laptop.

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Wider Implications

'Shop around' suggests careful thought and consideration, implying smart consumer behavior.

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They spent the weekend shopping around for car insurance.

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Time Involved

The phrase often implies that a good amount of time is spent to find the perfect deal.

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Take the time to shop around for a mortgage with lower interest rates.

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