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
Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026
Learn about Outside Online's affiliate link policy On the way there, stashing your dry and clean skis in your car isn’t such a big deal.
—Cameron Martindell, Outside, 3 Jan. 2026
The space-saving benefits of over-the-door organization are well trodden, from hanging towels in a bathroom to stashing raincoats in an entryway.
—Lauren Arzbaecher, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2025
Storage solutions like this five-cube bookshelf and these stackable storage bags work well for stashing new cookbooks or holding seasonal decor and clothes for next season.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2025
The wide-leg lounge pants have side pockets and big cargo pockets that are cute and functional for stashing small essentials.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025
Taylor is worth stashing on rosters, but this may be one to look elsewhere.
—Kc Joyner, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
This one is so easy to wear, with functional pockets for stashing all your travel essentials.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026
Learn about Outside Online's affiliate link policy On the way there, stashing your dry and clean skis in your car isn’t such a big deal.
—Cameron Martindell, Outside, 3 Jan. 2026
The space-saving benefits of over-the-door organization are well trodden, from hanging towels in a bathroom to stashing raincoats in an entryway.
—Lauren Arzbaecher, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2025
Storage solutions like this five-cube bookshelf and these stackable storage bags work well for stashing new cookbooks or holding seasonal decor and clothes for next season.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2025
The wide-leg lounge pants have side pockets and big cargo pockets that are cute and functional for stashing small essentials.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025
Taylor is worth stashing on rosters, but this may be one to look elsewhere.
—Kc Joyner, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stashing
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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
Verb
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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 Jan. 2026.
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