pack away

phrasal verb

packed away; packing away; packs away
: to put (something) in a safe place to be used at a later time
It's time to pack away your winter clothes.
Her grandmother's dolls had been packed away in the attic for many years.

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The Selfie Cardigan $55 at Everlane Spring is the best time to pack away your heavy coats and lean into the art of layering, and nothing makes this easier than the Selfie Cardigan. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025 In the shots, the white stuffed animal with black stripes is shown in the grass where Officer Jones found it and safely packed away in a dog crate. Kelli Bender, People.com, 27 May 2025 Keep all your valuables packed away safely, make a realistic budget, stay street smart, check your government’s travel advisories before departure, drink plenty of water, wear sunscreen, and act with grace towards locals and anyone providing you with a service. Opheli Garcia Lawler, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2025 Use them to pack away seasonal clothes, blankets, winter coats and jackets, and more. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pack away

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“Pack away.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pack%20away. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.

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