in storage

phrase

: in a place where things can be kept safely when they are not being used
He kept his belongings in storage until he found an apartment.

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Then fold the quilt up for putting back in storage—preferably in a different configuration so the quilt doesn’t develop creases. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026 In the years since, the vehicle, which still maintains its original glossy black finish, has either been in storage or on display at the Marconi Automotive Museum. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026 His trippy designs, drenched in bright pink, blue, and yellow, initially ended up in storage after some officials questioned their psychedelic vibe. — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2026 Without any comparable examples, the thick squid butt remained in storage for nearly three decades. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in storage

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“In storage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20storage. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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