Black Friday's Changing Face: From Excitement to Exhaustion

TL;DR
Black Friday, once a highly anticipated shopping event, has lost its appeal for many consumers due to the rise of online shopping, extended sales periods, and changing consumer habits. The traditional excitement of in-store deals has been overshadowed by the convenience of online discounts and the spread of sales over several weeks, leading to a decline in the frenzy that used to characterize the day.
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