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

But that wasn’t the only sweet surprise the artist and businessman had in store. — Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026

Buy online and pick up in store (depending on availability) for free. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 3 Sep. 2026

Adjective

Kroger is uncorking a new in-store experience for shoppers, making wine more than just an item on the grocery list. — Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Sep. 2026

According to the press release, Total Wine & More will celebrate the opening of its Florence location with in-store tastings and other events throughout October and November. — Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Sep. 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