as in storing
to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place
we should be able to stockpile enough vaccine for the upcoming flu season
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Recent Examples of stockpiling
China, which had been on a stockpiling spree, slashed its buying.
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Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 2 June 2026
Reports say some consumers in South Korea have already started stockpiling everyday items such as plastic bags.
—CNBC, 26 May 2026
Winners Cleveland Browns General manager Andrew Berry and his staff took an aggressive approach to wheeling, dealing and stockpiling picks while filling multiple needs.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The Chiefs are stockpiling speed.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 25 Apr. 2026
Karney Spaur said most ranchers have drought plans, which include stockpiling hay and moving cattle around to give the grass time to grow.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
The Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Association has called on the government to start stockpiling helium, while Japanese media reported that helium firms have begun limiting sales.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
Through that roster transition, Sullivan clearly wants Achane to see the other side of it, when the Dolphins could be serious contenders again after stockpiling multiple draft classes and being aggressive in free agency once again after taking on a record $179 million in dead money in 2026.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
As the couple waits for the chicks to hatch, Shadow may begin more food deliveries to the nest, stockpiling in the pantry in preparation for their arrival, the nonprofit said.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 2 June 2026
Reports say some consumers in South Korea have already started stockpiling everyday items such as plastic bags.
—CNBC, 26 May 2026
Winners Cleveland Browns General manager Andrew Berry and his staff took an aggressive approach to wheeling, dealing and stockpiling picks while filling multiple needs.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The Chiefs are stockpiling speed.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 25 Apr. 2026
Karney Spaur said most ranchers have drought plans, which include stockpiling hay and moving cattle around to give the grass time to grow.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026
The Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Association has called on the government to start stockpiling helium, while Japanese media reported that helium firms have begun limiting sales.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2026
Through that roster transition, Sullivan clearly wants Achane to see the other side of it, when the Dolphins could be serious contenders again after stockpiling multiple draft classes and being aggressive in free agency once again after taking on a record $179 million in dead money in 2026.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
As the couple waits for the chicks to hatch, Shadow may begin more food deliveries to the nest, stockpiling in the pantry in preparation for their arrival, the nonprofit said.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stockpiling
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To get your produce nice and dry before storing it in the fridge, use your trusty salad spinner to toss off any excess moisture.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
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An explosion at a building believed to be storing explosives in northeastern Myanmar killed at least 46 people and injured dozens more, according to rescuers and others, flattening homes near the border with China.—
Grant Peck,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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Plus, the classic five-pocket design adds functionality for stashing small travel essentials, and the wide, airy design of the legs provides plenty of airflow during hot days.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2026
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There’s also an exterior zipped pocket for stashing small items.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2026
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Overachiever bird Urban bowerbirds are prolific collectors, hoarding an average of 90 items per bower — with one overachiever amassing more than 300.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
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Suddenly, there is broad enthusiasm for systems that keep the powerful from hoarding all available advantages.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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Immune cells here degraded old and damaged red blood cells, accumulating iron from the hemoglobin for a short period.—
Kasha Patel,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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Attendance diminished in recent years as the Wizards tore down their roster in the hopes of accumulating draft picks in trades and losing enough games to win early picks via the annual draft lottery.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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“Stockpiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stockpiling. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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