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as in suitcase
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles
flies only with a handbag so he doesn't have to check his luggage
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as in purse
a container for carrying money and small personal items
her handbag is just big enough to hold her favorite photos and wallet
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Recent Examples of handbag
Launer handbags were a staple of her wardrobe, often customized with additional pockets and longer straps.
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Elle Meier, InStyle, 13 June 2026
Barneys in Naples will also carry fragrance, cosmetics, jewelry, children’s, ladies’ handbags and shoes.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
Expect to pay between $128 and $393 for clothing pieces, $325 to $375 for shoe options, and $1,200 to $3,600 for one of the handbags.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 10 June 2026
The same applies to handbags, too.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 June 2026
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Elle Meier, InStyle, 13 June 2026
Barneys in Naples will also carry fragrance, cosmetics, jewelry, children’s, ladies’ handbags and shoes.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
Expect to pay between $128 and $393 for clothing pieces, $325 to $375 for shoe options, and $1,200 to $3,600 for one of the handbags.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 10 June 2026
The same applies to handbags, too.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handbag
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Made from a breathable cotton blend, it’s designed to look good straight out of your suitcase.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
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As the accounts amassed half a million followers, Earle seeded influencer friends Away suitcases (locked with her new products inside) and puzzle pieces that were added to an NYC digital billboard that incrementally revealed the launch.—
Danielle Directo-Meston,
HollywoodReporter,
20 June 2026
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Congress holds power of the purse The shifting funds are certain to ignite growing concerns in Congress over the separation of powers, and the president’s use of federal funds allocated by lawmakers.—
Lisa Mascaro,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Of course this is professional golf, so there is a substantial prize purse that goes along with one of golf’s largest and most historic tournaments.—
Mike Fore,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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The monumental matchup will be televised on ESPN and for those without traditional cable, Sling TV offers one of the most wallet-friendly ways to watch live online.—
Erin Lassner,
HollywoodReporter,
21 June 2026
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Plus, the minimalist design is easy to wear day or night, and can fit your phone, passport, wallet, and other essentials.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
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Calmus dropped in as a surprise in the middle of Engen's interview to deliver the gift bag to Engen, who happens to be one of Calmus' followers.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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This story’s author, StyleCaster contributing writer Jessie Quinn, loves a good deal and scours the internet to find the best fashion dupes, such as Bogg bag lookalikes and a Baggu crescent bag that is so similar to the original.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
19 June 2026
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“Handbag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handbag. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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