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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
To get your produce nice and dry before storing it in the fridge, use your trusty salad spinner to toss off any excess moisture.
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Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
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
In 2003, vapors of 60,000 parts per million leaked from a pressure relief valve on a rail car storing MMA, records show.
—Jason Henry, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
Classes planned for July include preserving and pickling foods by water bath canning, using and storing herbs, beekeeping and cold brew iced teas with Southeast Asian flavors from Mahal Tea Company.
—Annie Alleman, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Donley says that all the evidence presented in court shows that storing this waste in close proximity to homes, schools, and waterways would be extremely harmful to the local population's health and the environment.
—Heath Kalb, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Plus, the side pockets are great for storing small items.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026
Keep your favorite tote bags in your purse, garage, or trunk to ensure they get used rather than storing them inside where they might get left behind.
—Lacey Ramburger, The Spruce, 23 May 2026
Consider grabbing a set of packing cubes, which are great for packing for vacation and storing and organizing items at home.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
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
In 2003, vapors of 60,000 parts per million leaked from a pressure relief valve on a rail car storing MMA, records show.
—Jason Henry, Oc Register, 30 May 2026
Classes planned for July include preserving and pickling foods by water bath canning, using and storing herbs, beekeeping and cold brew iced teas with Southeast Asian flavors from Mahal Tea Company.
—Annie Alleman, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Donley says that all the evidence presented in court shows that storing this waste in close proximity to homes, schools, and waterways would be extremely harmful to the local population's health and the environment.
—Heath Kalb, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Plus, the side pockets are great for storing small items.
—Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026
Keep your favorite tote bags in your purse, garage, or trunk to ensure they get used rather than storing them inside where they might get left behind.
—Lacey Ramburger, The Spruce, 23 May 2026
Consider grabbing a set of packing cubes, which are great for packing for vacation and storing and organizing items at home.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for storing
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Taken together, the two measures highlight a growing tension in a state that prides itself on stewardship of the environment, as policymakers aim to protect threatened or endangered animals while also keeping people, pets and livestock safe.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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Studies found little real difference, but the new patent was an effective tool for keeping generics at bay and continuing to collect monopoly profits.—
Wayne T Brough,
Oc Register,
29 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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Just-In-Case Things There is some logic to stowing things away for a rainy day or preparing for future events.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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The crew spent the next few hours stowing 10 days’ worth of gear and tools, securing all loose objects to ensure that nothing would fly free during the violent shaking and the increase in gravity that would mark the capsule’s entry into the atmosphere.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
11 Apr. 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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Election workers collecting ballots from a drop box in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday found multiple mail-in ballots that had been burned, officials say.—
Jasmine Mendez
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Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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In previous eras, collecting a prestigious bowl invitation was every team’s goal.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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“Storing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/storing. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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