on the shelf

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: in a state of inactivity or uselessness

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When Henderson walked into the shed that day, a weird, white, papier-mâché creature on the shelf caught his eye. — Laura Zornosa, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026 Store brands are not always the cheapest option on the shelf. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 27 Oct. 2026 Green was first thought to be an interim champion with Rhea Ripley on the shelf. — Ryan Gaydos Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026 Several employee open cup containers with unapproved screw-top lids were on the shelf, prep table and food prep storage. — Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the shelf

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“On the shelf.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20shelf. Accessed 31 Oct. 2026.

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