Wed Nov 27 13:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Most Major Retailers Closed on Thanksgiving, Grocery Stores Open with Limited Hours
**WASHINGTON (AP)** — While Americans prepare for the Thanksgiving feast, many will find their pre-holiday shopping options limited. Most major U.S. retailers are closed on Thanksgiving Day, giving employees the day off and allowing for preparations for the traditionally busy Black Friday sales. However, most national grocery store chains will remain open, albeit with reduced hours, to accommodate last-minute shoppers needing Thanksgiving supplies. Black Friday, while still a significant shopping day, has seen a decline in its usual frantic pace as online shopping continues to grow.
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