panic buying

panic buying
The buying of commodities or other assets earlier than normal, or in quantities greater than normal, because of rumours of coming shortages or price rises.

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  • panic buying — UK / US noun [uncountable] a situation in which large numbers of people buy a product in large quantities because they are worried there is not enough of it available …   English dictionary

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