as in storing
to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place
have money put by for an emergency
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While zinc-air batteries draw oxygen from the surrounding air instead of storing it internally, the ORR process is relatively slow, restricting overall battery performance.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026 -
Stocking up on minis—like toothpaste and contact solution—makes things even easier, as does storing them all in a roomy, compact, and well-organized toiletry bag.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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There’s also a zippered inner compartment that’s ideal for stashing cash or valuables.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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This wooden nightstand has just enough drawer space for stashing nightly reads, melatonin, and your favorite sleep mask.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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“Putting by.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/putting%20by. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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