in store

1 of 2

phrase

: in readiness : in preparation
there's a surprise in store for you

in-store

2 of 2

adjective

ˈin-ˈstȯr How to pronounce in-store (audio)
: relating to or being an operation or activity located or taking place inside a store
in-store consumer survey

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Phrase
Quentin Tarantino had quite a surprise in store on Friday night. — Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 24 Oct. 2026 Next week will bring major risks for a stock market that's trying to find its footing as the AI trade continues to stumble, with several megacap earnings, a Federal Reserve meeting and a key inflation report in store. — Sarah Min, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
Adjective
The new store in Duarte has a SushiOro, an in-store sushi market featuring rolls and signature sauces developed by Vallarta’s chefs. — Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026 Tickets for the game can be purchased in-store, online, or on the Illinois Lottery app. — Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in store

Word History

First Known Use

Phrase

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1961, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in store was in the 14th century

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“In store.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20store. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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