Learn · Sentences Online Shopping

I think I’ll order this item online instead of going to the store.

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Sentence

Narrator

I think I’ll order this item online instead of going to the store.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You should order that item online; it's often cheaper and more convenient.

Describing Habits

I usually order items online to avoid the crowds at the store.

Asking About Others

Do you prefer to order items online or go to the store?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If I didn't order online, I'd have to drive all the way to the store.

Rephrased versions

Formal

I intend to purchase this item via the internet rather than visiting the physical store.

Casual

I'm gonna order this online instead of going to the store.

Simpler English

I'll get this online, not from the shop.

Phrases to learn

order online

To purchase an item through an online retailer.

instead of

In place of; as an alternative to.