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as in pouch
a container made of a flexible material (as paper or plastic)
she carries her towel and other supplies to the beach in a bright, colorful bag slung over her arm
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as in purse
a container for carrying money and small personal items
she keeps her keys, phone, and wallet each in separate compartments in her bag so that she always knows where they are
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as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the shirt bagged at the waist
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as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
bagged a deer while hunting last weekend
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as in to leave
to give up (a job or office)
if the supervisor says one more nasty thing to me, I'm going to bag this stupid job
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as in to win
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
bagged a full fellowship at one of the nation's leading universities
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as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
bagged an acting nomination for a truly inspired performance
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Recent Examples of bag
Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2025
Children of all ages can go trick-or-treating with goodie bags available at the Real Estate Brokers Association, 908 Kline St.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025
Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 8 Oct. 2025
Michael Kors Addie Medium Convertible Pouchette Crossbody Bag A signature logo-print Michael Kors bag for less than $100?
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2025
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Noun
As the leader of LVMH with a 48% stake in the business, his fortune is largely at the whim of whether consumers are buying up opulent products like Louis Vuitton bags, TAG Heuer watches, and Dom Perignon champagne.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2025
Children of all ages can go trick-or-treating with goodie bags available at the Real Estate Brokers Association, 908 Kline St.
—La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
As for his hit podcast – which has included appearances from his friends in between the biggest names in entertainment, including multiple appearances with his new pal Glen Powell as well as Charli XCX and Joe Jonas – Shane is bagging bigger guests than ever.
—Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 8 Oct. 2025
Michael Kors Addie Medium Convertible Pouchette Crossbody Bag A signature logo-print Michael Kors bag for less than $100?
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bag
Noun
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There was something feminine, mammalian, about the way the empty pouch was sitting.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Oct. 2025
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During my childhood in San Jose, California, Costco was a source of many cherished treats—the six-pouch box of Ghirardelli triple-chocolate brownie mix comes to mind.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
20 Oct. 2025
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A bit further from the wreckage was a leather purse, jacket and a small pair of brown heeled boots next to a broken and bloody plastic chair.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
20 Oct. 2025
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The purse designer took Costner to court over child support and the validity of their prenuptial agreement.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
19 Oct. 2025
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With handbags seamlessly protruding from skirts, pantyhose covering stacks of massive bangles, doses of hot pink and big fur, the collection was made for social media consumption.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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Lucas and Simone had been tasked with holding and then removing a protruding piece of a forklift metal prong impaled in a construction worker’s abdomen.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
16 Oct. 2025
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Casanovas’ use of the brand as a platform for self-expression has clearly grabbed attention among his Gen Z peers.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
20 Oct. 2025
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So instead of getting out your sad, chipped mixing bowls as your backup serving pieces, grab a three-piece set of these Trudeau porcelain serving bowls.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
20 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Markus Breitenecker, chief operating officer, is leaving his post with immediate effect.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Oct. 2025
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Abe was Japan’s longest-serving prime minister and was assassinated in 2022 at a campaign rally, two years after leaving office.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Not only did his son create the groundbreaking and award-winning theater production, but the musical also shares a special connection to the beginnings of his relationship with his wife, Luz Towns-Miranda.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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Two-time All Pro linebacker James Harrison led a fierce Pittsburgh Steelers defense for years, winning Defensive Player of the Year in 2008.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
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The starters in those games combined for 3 1/3 innings and 10 runs (six earned) allowed.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Anyone who gets into that position has definitely earned it.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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On the other side of the football, edge rusher Brian Burns continued his excellent play with two sacks and three tackles for loss.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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Three plays after the break, Texans QB CJ Stroud threw an interception to set up a quick Seahawks field goal before a sack, forced fumble and fumble return touchdown – all from Houston pass rusher Will Anderson – cut Seattle’s lead to five.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bag. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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