In the past, fast food was cheap, but now prices have risen significantly. McDonald's, for example, is selling items like the Big Mac for nearly $9, leaving customers feeling dissatisfied. Fast food companies are trying to address this issue by offering deals and upgrades to customers. However, despite price increases, some chains like Taco Bell are still dedicated to providing affordable options. Finding the best deals now requires some planning, but value menus and options still exist for budget-conscious consumers.
Vocabulary:
• Backlash: Negative reaction or response from people due to something that happened.
• Once upon a time: Refers to a time in the past, often used to start a story.
• To purchase: to buy.
• To grab: To take something quickly or suddenly.
• A bigger bite: Figuratively means a larger portion or amount of something.
• Rest stop: A place, often along a highway, where travelers can take a break, eat, or use restroom facilities.
• To ditch: To abandon or leave something behind.
• Groceries: Food items and household supplies that are typically bought from a grocery store.
• Instead: In place of or as an alternative to something.
• To roll out: To introduce or launch something new.
• Bucks: dollars.
• Affordable: Something that is reasonably priced and within one's budget.
• Hike: An increase or rise, especially in prices or rates.
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