as in storing
to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place
he's been hoarding empty yogurt containers all winter, with the intention of using them to start seedlings in the spring
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Recent Examples of hoarding
Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 4 Oct. 2025
In the midst of the Great Depression, the government was trying to combat deflation, increase money supply and regain control over monetary policy by preventing gold hoarding.
—Alex Pron, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Chris Vannini, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
But these teachings challenge any notion of hoarding resources for oneself—or one’s precious group—at the expense of others in need.
—John Fugelsang
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
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Verb
The district attorney’s Biological, Environmental and Animal Safety Team, known as BEAST, executed a search warrant at Boyd’s home on Fort Salonga Road on Wednesday after receiving a complaint of possible animal hoarding.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 4 Oct. 2025
In the midst of the Great Depression, the government was trying to combat deflation, increase money supply and regain control over monetary policy by preventing gold hoarding.
—Alex Pron, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Noun
The days of Alabama and Georgia hoarding all the top players for a dynasty appear to be done.
—Chris Vannini, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
But these teachings challenge any notion of hoarding resources for oneself—or one’s precious group—at the expense of others in need.
—John Fugelsang
september 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoarding
Verb
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The Quince Vintage Wash Tencel Drawstring Cargo Pants features six roomy pockets, which are perfect for storing small items while sightseeing, hiking, or taking long flights.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Oct. 2025
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Utilities were stuck with the headache and expense of storing waste themselves, so in 2014, a judge forbade the federal government from continuing to collect the NWF fees.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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FireTen Hospitality, a national company that specializes in managing food halls, is listed as Junction’s management on its website and in an online job posting.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
22 Oct. 2025
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But even some of his supporters acknowledge that Platner’s online posting should not be the model for Democrats’ future.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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And the kangaroo pouch is great for stashing small essentials.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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The bench features two drawers for stashing in-demand items like dog leashes and gloves, and a lower shelf for shoes and bags.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Trump made the announcement on Truth Social after the Canadian province of Ontario began running a television advertisement in the United States featuring a speech from former President Ronald Reagan.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
24 Oct. 2025
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There were even staged advertisements placed all over the arena, like familiar signage such as a Jiffy Lube ad that were all remixed with the SP5DER branding.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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By accumulating additional passports, families can maintain their lives in America while securing a Plan B in their back pocket.—
Alex Ohnona,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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How Often to Clean Your Range Hood Cleaning your range hood once a month prevents grease from accumulating.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The government of Ontario launched earlier this month a television ad, which is said to have cost $75,000,000 Canadian dollars (about US$54 million) and is expected to run through January on networks including Newsmax, Fox, and NBC.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
24 Oct. 2025
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Consider that longtime broadcaster Brent Musburger got summoned to the ESPN offices for referring to an over/under during a college football game, and now game breaks are littered with ads from FanDuel and DraftKings, and the network has its own sportsbook, ESPNBet.—
Dana O'Neil,
CNN Money,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Lee’s Summit police officer received the Hero Medal on a stage with dozens of American flags as the backdrop, surrounded by Times Square’s iconic structures, massive digital billboards and high-energy atmosphere.—
Janice Phelan,
Kansas City Star,
29 Oct. 2025
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The campaign, whihc includes TV commercials aired during football games and billboards in Times Square and other metro areas, starts in earnest Monday.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While wild game roadkill are usually allowed to be picked up and taken home to eat in many parts of the country, some animals accidentally killed by a motor vehicle first require state notification, a license and other steps.—
Stuart Dyos,
USA Today,
29 Oct. 2025
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The changes follow previous Character AI safety measures, such as a notification directing users to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline when suicide or self-harm is mentioned.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Hoarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoarding. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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