shop around
Compare before buying
To shop around is to compare prices, quality, or options before making a purchase or commitment.
The phrase extends beyond retail: you can shop around for insurance quotes, mortgage rates, or even medical opinions.
We shopped around before choosing a contractor.
The implication is prudent comparison rather than accepting the first offer.
Consider alternatives carefully
- evaluateDetermine value or quality
- contrastNotable difference between things
- browseSurvey without intent
- scoutOne who reconnoiters
canvass · survey · check out · hunt · seek · price check · assess · deliberate
Reduced price offered
- savingsAccumulated money kept
- best priceLowest available cost
- valueImportance or price
- saleExchange for payment
markdown · clearance · negotiate · haggle · lowest price · bargain · budget · thrifty
Seek facts systematically
- inquireAsk for information
- look intoExamine or research
- digUnearth by shoveling
- sift throughExamine methodically for findings
vet · due diligence · consult · homework · ratings · testimonials · recommendations · word of mouth
weigh options
Consider alternatives carefully
- evaluateDetermine value or quality
- contrastNotable difference between things
- browseSurvey without intent
scout · canvass · survey · check out · hunt · seek · price check · assess · deliberate
discount
Reduced price offered
- savingsAccumulated money kept
- best priceLowest available cost
- valueImportance or price
sale · markdown · clearance · negotiate · haggle · lowest price · bargain · budget · thrifty · price match
investigate
Seek facts systematically
sift through · vet · due diligence · consult · homework · ratings · testimonials · recommendations · word of mouth · online reviews
shop aroundstick with
Maintain commitment to
brand loyalty · commit · settle · lock in · stay put
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