Stash

usgb/stæʃ/
verb

To quickly hide something in a secret place.

He stashed the money in his jacket pocket before anyone could notice.
Visual representation of "stash" - To quickly hide something in a secret place

Often appears as...

  • stash away
  • stash something
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Quick Action

Used to describe a rapid motion to hide something, often to avoid detection.

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As soon as she entered, he stashed the gift behind a pillow.
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Stealth Required

Implies secrecy and discretion when hiding the object.

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He silently stashed the note under the mat.
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Secrecy Context

Often used in contexts where something is being hidden for a secretive or suspicious reason.

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She stashed the evidence before the police arrived.
Visual representation of the word "Stash"

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