as in to store
to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place
salted away some jewels in a safe-deposit box for the lean times
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To protect your electronics and prevent damage, store them in a cool and dry environment.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
13 Apr. 2026 -
The new seats will also have a new pillow-top cushion and plenty of spots to store your in-flight goods, from a shoe cubby to an eyeglass holder.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
13 Apr. 2026
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Clear towels and bathrobes from the back of the door, and stash personal medications in a cabinet.—
Kate Donovan,
Martha Stewart,
11 Apr. 2026
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Keep a batch in the refrigerator for after-school bites, post-workout fuel or an afternoon pick-me-up with coffee, or stash them in the freezer for longer storage.—
Laura Mclively,
Mercury News,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Salt away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salt%20away. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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