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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
The plan also includes a one-year password manager for storing sensitive credentials securely.
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Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2026
This would be useful for storing veggies, but not ice cream, for example.
—Adam Williams
march 29, New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
While other parts of the food dollar — such as transporting, storing and preparing food — also rely on energy, those costs are more indirect and tend to show up more gradually in consumer prices, Ortega says.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
In addition, when storing in the refrigerator or freezer, ensure the cake is well covered with two layers of plastic wrap, or stored in an airtight container.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 26 Mar. 2026
The Bridge is a tiny house community that offers people experiencing homelessness private spaces for sleeping and storing their belongings.
—Emily Bollinger, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
The team was particularly interested in stillage’s possible integration into energy storing supercapacitor electrodes, which are used in everything from consumer electronics, to automobile braking systems, to utility grids.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
Lack of licenses and permits After being built in 2021-22, the Esparto warehouse operated for three years prior to the explosion without proper licenses, zoning or manufacturing permits for storing commercial‑grade fireworks.
—Joe Rubin, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Observed employee handling Krab with bare hands while prep and storing away for later usage.
—Staff Reports, Florida Times-Union, 24 Mar. 2026
Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2026
This would be useful for storing veggies, but not ice cream, for example.
—Adam Williams
march 29, New Atlas, 29 Mar. 2026
While other parts of the food dollar — such as transporting, storing and preparing food — also rely on energy, those costs are more indirect and tend to show up more gradually in consumer prices, Ortega says.
—Mike Winters, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026
In addition, when storing in the refrigerator or freezer, ensure the cake is well covered with two layers of plastic wrap, or stored in an airtight container.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 26 Mar. 2026
The Bridge is a tiny house community that offers people experiencing homelessness private spaces for sleeping and storing their belongings.
—Emily Bollinger, NPR, 25 Mar. 2026
The team was particularly interested in stillage’s possible integration into energy storing supercapacitor electrodes, which are used in everything from consumer electronics, to automobile braking systems, to utility grids.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
Lack of licenses and permits After being built in 2021-22, the Esparto warehouse operated for three years prior to the explosion without proper licenses, zoning or manufacturing permits for storing commercial‑grade fireworks.
—Joe Rubin, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Observed employee handling Krab with bare hands while prep and storing away for later usage.
—Staff Reports, Florida Times-Union, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for storing
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Supporters say the plates will help recognize the cultural pride that goes into keeping these hot rods rolling on California roadways.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Gibbs will request, keeping them busier than clients half her age.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Afternoon and early-evening sessions, once thought safe, were infiltrated by those stashing weapons.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
19 Mar. 2026
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The additional soft-close drawer is ideal for stashing shoes, linens, or any miscellaneous last-minute items before guests come over.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
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This full-size option from Mercury Row offers an 8-inch under-bed clearance that’s a game changer for stowing out-of-season clothing and linens.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Feb. 2026
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Habib and others picked from the top of a stack of cardboard boxes packed earlier in the month, passing them through windows and stowing them in trunks.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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People in India are hoarding cooking gas.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
30 Mar. 2026
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One person suffered a minor burn injury in an early-morning house blaze in Hartford on Wednesday, where crews had to battle heavy fire in hoarding conditions on Wednesday, fire officials said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2026
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Another system arriving Friday evening and lasting into Saturday will bring accumulating snow, mainly west and northwest of the metro.—
Joseph Dames,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The stem side should face upward to prevent moisture from accumulating in the florets.—
Randi Gollin,
Martha Stewart,
2 Apr. 2026
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Victor Wembanyama had a season-high 41 points and 16 rebounds while collecting the fastest double-double in NBA history, and the San Antonio Spurs won their ninth straight, defeating the Chicago Bulls 129-114 on Monday night.—
CBS Chicago Team,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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For example, someone who earned the maximum taxable income each year from age 22 and begins collecting in 2026 would receive roughly $4,152 per month at full retirement age.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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