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25 Awesome Costco Shopping Secrets That Go Way Beyond Free Samples
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Fill up on samples, but don't let their tastiness sway you.

Costco samples are the well-known perk of the store, but they can often lead to impulse purchases. Try to fill up on samples — a free meal that will stop you from "hungry shopping" — but don't sway from your set shopping list.

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