as in postponing
to assign to a later time
let's shelve the project for now
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Recent Examples of shelving
Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
Zoë Donovan The main bedroom is accessed by space-saving alternating tread steps and includes a king-sized bed, as well as some shelving and a nightstand.
—New Atlas, 18 June 2025
The restaurant was also dinged for an employee preparing food without a head covering and shelving for dry storage and interior of a cooler in need of cleaning due to food spillage.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2025
Walmart is another customer, with the company turning out shelving and other display setups for the retailer.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 20 May 2025
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Verb
The shed includes shelving, and the instructions mentioned that the shelves could be configured in various ways.
—Megan Newton, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2025
Zoë Donovan The main bedroom is accessed by space-saving alternating tread steps and includes a king-sized bed, as well as some shelving and a nightstand.
—New Atlas, 18 June 2025
The restaurant was also dinged for an employee preparing food without a head covering and shelving for dry storage and interior of a cooler in need of cleaning due to food spillage.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2025
Walmart is another customer, with the company turning out shelving and other display setups for the retailer.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shelving
Verb
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The intense online scrutiny and chaos after postponing its election has left Romania reeling.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN,
15 Mar. 2025
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Consider postponing important launches to a later date and instead use the time to revise existing projects.—
Danijela Pilic,
Glamour,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This includes a small kitchen with an induction cooktop, a sink, a fridge, and some cabinetry.—
Adam Williams
July 02,
New Atlas,
2 July 2025
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Imperial Apartments got a recent upgrade with new paint, vinyl and tile flooring, granite countertops, custom cabinetry and appliances and skylights in all fourth-floor units.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
20 June 2025
Noun
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To her left, the drawers of an armoire are too full to close.—
Jayme Fraser,
USA Today,
16 June 2025
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My space is filled with bold female visuals from around the world, turquoise wallpaper, evergreen drapes and a Spanish silver armoire.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Noun
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Be sure to take advantage of these major markdowns on investment pieces like a bed frame, dresser, area rug, and more.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
3 July 2025
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While closet shelving or a large dresser can do the trick, consider opting for furniture pieces with hidden compartments that can pull double duty in a bedroom.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
2 July 2025
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“Shelving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shelving. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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