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stop by a shop vs stop by at a shop

Both are commonly used phrases in English. However, the more common and concise version is "stop by a shop." The addition of "at" isn't needed and can be considered redundant.
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Last updated: October 02, 2024 • 15643 views

stop by a shop

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate a quick visit or brief stop at a shop without staying for a long time.

Examples:

  • I need to stop by a shop to pick up some groceries.
  • Let's stop by a shop on our way home.
  • She decided to stop by a shop to buy a gift.
  • Can we stop by a shop to get some snacks?
  • I'll just stop by a shop to grab a few things.
  • Feb 25, 2018 ... Just a few shiny distractions to make you smile until you can stop by a shop to get your own.
  • Sep 13, 2024 ... 68 likes, 2 comments - meatandbread on September 13, 2024: "Yes a Porchetta Sandwich is waiting for you... Stop by a shop for lunch today.
  • ... Stop by a Shop or order ahead for pickup. https://www.garrettpopcorn.com/find-a-shop/ #GarrettPopcorn . . . . *Available through 5/9/21. Terms & conditions ...
  • Jan 20, 2022 ... It's okay, we're drooling too Stop by a shop and grab a box of our Chocolate Glazed minis today!
  • Oct 14, 2024 ... u/almymichael avatar · almymichael. OP • 26d ago •. Okay, I'll stop by a shop and take a look. Thanks for the advice. Upvote 1. Downvote Reply ...
  • Stop by A Shop. Stop by A Shop. Experience the magic at a Garrett Popcorn Shop near you. Find a Shop · Garrett in Grocery. Garrett in Grocery. Stock your pantry ...
  • Jul 14, 2020 ... Noticed a few days ago that there's no airflow coming from this vent anymore. Any suggestions on how to fix it? Or just stop by a shop for it?
  • Jun 4, 2024 ... It seems to have a slight brushed texture, which might make it more challenging. I will stop by a shop when I have some time and report back...
  • When you shop at one of our Council locations, your purchase always supports local Girl Scouts and programming. If you are unable to stop by a shop location, ...

Alternatives:

  • visit a shop
  • drop by a shop
  • pop into a shop
  • swing by a shop
  • go to a shop

stop by at a shop

This phrase is correct but less common in English. The addition of "at" is not necessary and can be considered redundant.

This phrase is also used to indicate a quick visit or brief stop at a shop without staying for a long time, but it is less commonly used than "stop by a shop."

Examples:

  • I'll stop by at a shop to get some supplies.
  • Let's stop by at a shop to check out the new products.
  • She decided to stop by at a shop to browse for clothes.
  • Can we stop by at a shop to see if they have what we need?
  • I need to stop by at a shop to return this item.
  • Mar 29, 2024 ... If nobody knows I'll definitely stop by at a shop again just to get confirmation, but the product smells the same as it always did and it doesn' ...
  • Apr 17, 2020 ... > You stop by at a shop selling all sorts of stuff,. > “look! those are cute dinosaur models Kei!”, you turn to him with a wide smile.
  • Mar 17, 2024 ... ... stop by at a shop.. or maybe that's just been me haha. If your train regular (every hour or less) just don't book a specific one, just take ...
  • Feb 15, 2021 ... I usually try to stop by at a shop called Open Road Cowboy on Route 66 and 3rd St. When you enter this quaint store, which offers custom ...
  • While the three stop by at a shop for some medicinal herbs, Tanda comments on how Balsa treats Chagum as her child. Plot summary · Add synopsis. Genres.
  • Dec 22, 2020 ... They decide to detour through a nearby temple to look at the camphor trees there then stop by at a shop selling western goods. Chieko talks ...
  • Jul 30, 2015 ... Having posed and clicked lots, we could barely feel our feet and decided to stop by at a shop to get a new pair of shoes. The shopkeeper ...
  • Aug 2, 2024 ... Rahul happened to stop by at a shop that belongs to Ram Chet, a name that not many knew about prior to the incident. Rahul had a casual ...
  • Dec 14, 2016 ... However, Serena seemed worried. The two continue to walk around the town and stop by at a shop, gazing at some clothes at a clothing store, and ...

Alternatives:

  • visit a shop
  • drop by a shop
  • pop into a shop
  • swing by a shop
  • go to a shop

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