in store

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phrase

: in readiness : in preparation
there's a surprise in store for you
: 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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Phrase
The Miami Hurricanes have another night game in store to begin the 2026 season. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2026 Most cooking misadventures can be avoided altogether by simply knowing what is in store. — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Sep. 2026
Adjective
As part of the wider anniversary push, Burberry is also planning an in-store activation in London. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 Those who aren’t already members can sign up for free here or in-store. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in store

Word History

First Known Use

Phrase

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1961, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in store was in the 14th century

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“In store.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20store. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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