as in suitcases
a soft-sided case designed for carrying belongings especially on the back
stuffed her backpack with so many books that she could barely walk
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Recent Examples of backpacks
Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
And the belief system is still working — on backpacks and more.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Under the policy, elementary school students are required to deactivate and store all personal devices in their backpacks.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 26 May 2026
This results in a pile-up of backpacks, jackets, and purses on entryway chairs, the bottom of the stairs, and kitchen counters.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
Because the children were carrying backpacks containing water, fruit, cookies and a change of clothes, the couple suspected they'd been abandoned, Euronews said.
—Adam England, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
In 2025, the school distributed 874 backpacks in Bravo’s memory, each decorated with a pair of angel wings.
—Sacbee.com, 19 May 2026
Videos show families fleeing their homes early in the morning Sunday – on Mother’s Day – cloaked by darkness with nothing more than backpacks.
—Megan Janetsky, Fortune, 10 May 2026
Another passenger, Jacob Athens, posted a video showing people sliding down with their backpacks.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 9 May 2026
Noun
The coin-sized tags can be discreetly attached to keychains or placed in luggage, glove compartments, or backpacks in order to track your belongings in real time, offering step-by-step directions to locate them via the ‘Find My’ app.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
And the belief system is still working — on backpacks and more.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
Under the policy, elementary school students are required to deactivate and store all personal devices in their backpacks.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 26 May 2026
This results in a pile-up of backpacks, jackets, and purses on entryway chairs, the bottom of the stairs, and kitchen counters.
—Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
Because the children were carrying backpacks containing water, fruit, cookies and a change of clothes, the couple suspected they'd been abandoned, Euronews said.
—Adam England, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
In 2025, the school distributed 874 backpacks in Bravo’s memory, each decorated with a pair of angel wings.
—Sacbee.com, 19 May 2026
Videos show families fleeing their homes early in the morning Sunday – on Mother’s Day – cloaked by darkness with nothing more than backpacks.
—Megan Janetsky, Fortune, 10 May 2026
Another passenger, Jacob Athens, posted a video showing people sliding down with their backpacks.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for backpacks
Noun
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The cabin has good outward visibility, a comfortable driving position and enough rear-seat and cargo space to make road trips, dogs, gear or suitcases easy to handle.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The retailer is brimming with chic, travel-ready finds that make packing for warm-weather getaways feel effortless and stylish, from breezy linen pants and figure-flattering sundresses to comfortable sandals and even spacious suitcases, all up to 70 percent off.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
Noun
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The military used beeswax to waterproof canvas tents and rucksacks, use in sunscreen and camouflage, and wax and coat planes to reduce drag and save money on fuel.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
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Relieved of their blindfolds, the men now wore heavy rucksacks filled with colored rocks representing their anger (red), guilt and shame (black), and sadness (blue).—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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In the restaurant, there is no dedicated children’s menu but meal requests can be made, and there are coloring books and activity packs to keep little ones amused.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Recalled two-packs have sell by dates of 2/3/2027, 2/4/2027, 2/24/2027, 2/25/2027, 3/10/2027, 3/11/2027, 3/18/2027 and 3/25/2027.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2026
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“Backpacks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backpacks. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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