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Josephine Nesbit

I Asked ChatGPT What the Worst Holiday Purchases Are — Here’s the List

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The holidays are filled with lights, decor, family gatherings and the urge to spend money, sometimes more than we should. According to the 2025 Deloitte Holiday Retail Survey, shoppers expect to spend $1,595 this year, and 77% expect higher prices on holiday goods. But rising costs don’t stop most people from splurging. 

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