salting away

present participle of salt away

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of salting away With seven minutes left, the hosts had run for 200 yards while killing the clock and salting away a 19-point lead. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 13 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for salting away
Verb
  • Unless your basement is equipped to serve as a playroom, avoid storing any toys or games in it, as consistent exposure to moisture in the air can cause rust or mildew to form on them.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Allow the steaks and sauce to cool completely to room temperature before storing.
    Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • If those are covered, start stashing money away for retirement.
    Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
  • The exterior features a discrete zippered laptop pocket on the back, a stretchy mesh water bottle holder on the side, and a slim, zippered front compartment perfect for stashing your keys, passport, and phone.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2025

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“Salting away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salting%20away. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.

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