in store

1 of 2

phrase

: in readiness : in preparation

there's a surprise in store for you

in-store

2 of 2

adjective

ˈin-ˈstȯr 

: 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

Recent Examples on the Web

Phrase

Blumhouse’s latest indie horror video game adaptation comes after the FNAF franchise exceeded $520M globally, with a potential trilogy-concluding installment in store. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026

Elsewhere in Indianapolis, the weeklong Irvington Halloween Festival keeps unexpected treats in store. — Michelle Mastro, Midwest Living, 9 Oct. 2026

Adjective

To continue to capitalize on the in-store experience, TJX must get its product mix right. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026

Or Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel SS26, which launched in-store to a swarm of editors, discerning celebs, and high-profile figures — many vying to get their hands on the esoteric mint croc pumps. — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Phrase

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1961, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in store

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore