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as in keeping
to place somewhere for safekeeping or ready availability
we decided to store the lawn mower in the shed instead of the garage
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as in stashing
to put (something of future use or value) in a safe or secret place
squirrels commonly store nuts in the hollows of trees and other places to prepare for the winter
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Recent Examples of storing
Avoid saving multiple cards on mobile wallets While convenient, storing several cards in one app can increase your exposure if your phone is compromised.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Seasonal Decorations Both Primack and Peak do not recommend storing your seasonal decorations in your bedroom closet.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
The brain seemed like the perfect piece of hardware for storing such things.
—James Somers, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
This produces hard carbon, a porous material ideal for storing sodium ions.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
In another deft setlist touch, the band peppered the older favorites between newer songs instead of frontloading them or storing them for the big finish.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 3 Nov. 2025
Among those scheduled to testify at the hearing for the government were an Oklahoma couple who were storing some of Goudreau's belongings, including two assault rifles an associate recently tried to retrieve in possible violation of a court order against possessing firearms while on bond.
—Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2025
Toiletries Similar to bulk pantry goods, clear bins are ideal for storing excess toiletries, like extra bars of soap, razors, or toothbrushes.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2025
Somebody also used the cracks between equipment for storing in-use knives.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Seasonal Decorations Both Primack and Peak do not recommend storing your seasonal decorations in your bedroom closet.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 4 Nov. 2025
The brain seemed like the perfect piece of hardware for storing such things.
—James Somers, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
This produces hard carbon, a porous material ideal for storing sodium ions.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
In another deft setlist touch, the band peppered the older favorites between newer songs instead of frontloading them or storing them for the big finish.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 3 Nov. 2025
Among those scheduled to testify at the hearing for the government were an Oklahoma couple who were storing some of Goudreau's belongings, including two assault rifles an associate recently tried to retrieve in possible violation of a court order against possessing firearms while on bond.
—Arkansas Online, 2 Nov. 2025
Toiletries Similar to bulk pantry goods, clear bins are ideal for storing excess toiletries, like extra bars of soap, razors, or toothbrushes.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2025
Somebody also used the cracks between equipment for storing in-use knives.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for storing
Verb
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Bure is keeping her faith — and her Christmas crown — shining bright.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Martin legitimately pinned the Saints’ offense on almost every drive in the first half, keeping the game close, even with New Orleans leading at halftime.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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This luxe bifold pick from the pros at Leatherology earned a spot on T+L’s best travel wallets list thanks to its minimal yet sophisticated design, along with its numerous pockets for stashing his most important cards.—
John Lonsdale,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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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
Verb
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Perseverance has taken a sample of the rock, stowing it away in a protective canister for a future mission to pick up and return to Earth.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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There is some logic to stowing things away for a rainy day or preparing for future events.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
8 Sep. 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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The colder conditions will raise the potential for accumulating snow across parts of the Midwest and the Appalachians, including areas farther south and at lower elevations than usual, AccuWeather said.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Detroit could also see accumulating snowfall from Sunday morning into midday, possibly affecting busy urban and highway traffic routes.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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The United States and France first warned more than a decade ago that Russian satellites appeared to be spying and collecting information on their assets, including on commercially run satellites.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Those instruments stayed grounded during Melissa, while other instruments and drones collecting forecast information were deployed.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Storing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/storing. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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