safekeeping
noun
safe·keep·ing
ˈsāf-ˈkē-piŋ 
1
: the act or process of preserving in safety
2
: the state of being preserved in safety
Examples of safekeeping in a Sentence
His will is in safekeeping with his lawyer.
while she was away on business, the single mom entrusted her daughter into her in-laws' safekeeping
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The scorpions have been handed over to a wildlife facility for safekeeping, while officials assess their market value.
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CBS News, 15 June 2026
In the meantime, the crew has been parsing out set pieces, props and costumes for safekeeping until a new home is found.
—Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026
Authorities took possession of the device for evidence and safekeeping.
—Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
After Erceg marveled that Casarona would give him his personal coin, and it was handed to a Royals’ observer for safekeeping, Erceg beamed.
—Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
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CBS News, 15 June 2026
In the meantime, the crew has been parsing out set pieces, props and costumes for safekeeping until a new home is found.
—Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026
Authorities took possession of the device for evidence and safekeeping.
—Miami Herald, 3 June 2026
After Erceg marveled that Casarona would give him his personal coin, and it was handed to a Royals’ observer for safekeeping, Erceg beamed.
—Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for safekeeping
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“Safekeeping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/safekeeping. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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safekeeping
noun
safe·keep·ing
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