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Do you prefer shopping online or going to actual shops?

A2Money & shoppingCompare

B Natural answer

I usually do a quick before I buy anything, and I like to see what other people think. For clothes, I still prefer in a real shop because sizes can be tricky. Online is convenient, but I do not want to guess if something will fit or feel right.

Key phrases in this answer

  • price comparison — checking different prices before buying“A quick price comparison helped me save money.”
  • reading reviews — looking at other customers' opinions“I always do some reading reviews before I buy shoes.”
  • trying things on — putting clothes or shoes on to see the fit“I like trying things on before I pay.”
  • shopping online — buying things on websites or apps“I do most of my shopping online now.”
  • going to actual shops — visiting physical stores in person“I like going to actual shops on Saturdays.”
  • check the quality — look closely at how good something is“I want to check the quality before I buy it.”

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