as in hiding
the placing of something out of sight
the stashing of the title to the house in a strongbox that wasn't fireproof was foolish
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as in storing
to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place
stashed the extra antifreeze in the trunk of the car
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Recent Examples of stashing
Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2025
And the kangaroo pouch is great for stashing small essentials.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
This Columbia jacket packs into itself, which is ideal for stashing in a carry-on.
—Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
Taylor is worth stashing on rosters, but this may be one to look elsewhere.
—Kc Joyner, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Both Monangai and Burden are worth stashing.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2025
But as the months have passed, Juni has stopped stashing food, loves to nap, and seems so much more at ease.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
If those are covered, start stashing money away for retirement.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
There is a zippered pocket on the lid perfect for stashing the contents of your pants pockets, but no others.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
On our shopping list is a polished king bed that’s 39% off, an armoire that’s perfect for stashing seasonal clothing, and a sleek metal accent table under $200.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2025
And the kangaroo pouch is great for stashing small essentials.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
This Columbia jacket packs into itself, which is ideal for stashing in a carry-on.
—Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
Taylor is worth stashing on rosters, but this may be one to look elsewhere.
—Kc Joyner, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Both Monangai and Burden are worth stashing.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Oct. 2025
But as the months have passed, Juni has stopped stashing food, loves to nap, and seems so much more at ease.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Oct. 2025
If those are covered, start stashing money away for retirement.
—Ryan Ermey, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025
There is a zippered pocket on the lid perfect for stashing the contents of your pants pockets, but no others.
—Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stashing
Noun
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From testimony on the ground, those who have fled said that men have been separated from women and children, who are now likely in hiding, but are next in the firing line, Raymond said.—
Camilla Alcini,
ABC News,
31 Oct. 2025
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Hawkins has been under military occupation due to the rifts that emerged, Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) is back in hiding from the government, and the gang is determined to find and destroy Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower) since the big bad seems to have gone off the grid.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 2025
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Avoid saving multiple cards on mobile wallets While convenient, storing several cards in one app can increase your exposure if your phone is compromised.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Seasonal Decorations Both Primack and Peak do not recommend storing your seasonal decorations in your bedroom closet.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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One hundred forty-five years later, watching privileged men scream and rant while hoarding power, opportunities and food over others feels like the United States has remained stagnant.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
6 Nov. 2025
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Fire is indeed a concern in homes maintained by people with hoarding tendencies.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Mercury News,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Stashing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stashing. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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