safe-deposit boxes

plural of safe-deposit box
as in vaults
a specially reinforced container to keep valuables safe kept the deed to the house in a safe-deposit box at the bank

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Noun
  • Some gold ETFs directly invest in bullion kept in vaults, while others invest in shares of mining companies that tend to follow the price of gold while also being swayed by the companies’ management decisions, efficiency and financials.
    Liz Knueven, CNBC, 29 June 2026
  • The hybrid engine vaults the SUV’s appeal in a crowded segment.
    James Raia, Mercury News, 28 June 2026
Noun
  • Look for airtight and waterproof containers or safes to protect your most important documents from moisture damage, mildew, mold, warping, or wrinkling.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 29 June 2026
  • The gun safes have been provided at community events and can be requested through Cook Children’s.
    Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 June 2026
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“Safe-deposit boxes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/safe-deposit%20boxes. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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