Collocation
all around the shops
Meanings
in or to many different shops in an area (often while searching or comparing)
Definition
In or to many different shops, usually in the local area, often while searching for something.
"All around the shops" means in or to lots of different shops, usually within a town center, mall, or local shopping area. People use it when they have visited many stores or moved from store to store. It often suggests you were looking for something or comparing options.
Examples
- I’ve been all around the shops trying to find a birthday card.
- We went all around the shops but couldn’t find the right size.
- She looked all around the shops for a new phone case.
- They’ve been all around the shops comparing prices.