cold storage
Americannoun
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the storage of food, furs, etc., in an artificially cooled place.
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a condition of suspension of action or activity; abeyance.
noun
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the storage of things in an artificially cooled place for preservation
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informal a state of temporary suspension
to put an idea into cold storage
Etymology
Origin of cold storage
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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The mayor also asked the council to approve a moratorium on large cold storage facilities within close proximity of residential neighborhoods and sensitive uses, such as parks and schools.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
“The application is for a permit to repair the damage from the fire, which was not caused by the cold storage operations at the facility,” the company stated.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
Chris Paxton KC told the packed court bodies had been discovered "on the racks" of a cold storage area and one was found on a stretcher on the floor.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
Tuchel will still be keeping his fingers crossed that Kane stays fit, especially with Toney and Watkins placed in cold storage.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
And then there was the cold storage cellar, standing quiet, alone behind the barn.
From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys
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