in store

1 of 2

phrase

: in readiness : in preparation
there's a surprise in store for you

in-store

2 of 2

adjective

: relating to or being an operation or activity located or taking place inside a store
in-store consumer survey

Examples of in store in a Sentence

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Adjective
As previously reported by FN, Pedro García’s 100th anniversary celebrations commenced in 2025 with a range of endeavors including a special capsule collection called Essentia, in-store pop-ins, the aforementioned commemorative book and a series of exclusive events. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 19 Feb. 2026 The process is relatively low effort, simply submit photos online or schedule an appointment in-store. Alexis Bennett, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026 Customers can also create their own cookie concoctions by selecting the create-a-dozen option, available in-store only. Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 Feb. 2026 One variable includes whether the clothing and backpack was purchased online or in-store. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 18 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in store

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1961, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in store was in 1961

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“In store.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20store. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.

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