Words: c-store, n.
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.THE SENSITIVE should continue to avoid the minefield that is The Grocer magazine. Paul Baxter, commercial director of the Alldays chain, not only sells such groceries as Pot Noodles but asserts: "the c-store sector is constantly evolving and competition is increasing".
A word need not be in a dictionary to exist, but who says, "I'm going to the c-store. Do you want anything?" It sounds like c-word. In any case, nobody calls it - in that peculiar, lavatorial formation - a convenience store. Meanwhile, surreally, the same issue advises: "Biscuits should always be within arm's reach of desire."
Mr Baxter's staff might gesture towards the custard creams and ask, "Something for the weekend, sir?"
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments