Stock up

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Preparation usage

Used when preparing for a future event or necessity, often implying urgency or foresight.

They stocked up on canned goods before the hurricane hit.

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Collocation variety

Can be followed by different prepositions like 'on', 'with', or 'for' depending on what follows the verb.

We stocked up with extra blankets for the cold nights.

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Non-specific quantity

Implies acquiring a lot of something, but the exact amount is not specified and is subjective.

I need to stock up on coffee - we're almost out.