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as in pouches
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 purses
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 protrudes
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the shirt bagged at the waist
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as in grabs
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
bagged a deer while hunting last weekend
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as in leaves
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 wins
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 earns
to receive as return for effort
bagged an acting nomination for a truly inspired performance
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Recent Examples of bags
Nicol Natale, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Jw Pei Hana Mini Tote Bag City days call for chic bags, and the JW Pei Hana Mini Tote is exactly that.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Veteran fairgoers know to bring ziplock bags to contain the excess, but cookie collateral is inevitable.
—Hannah Goldfield, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
The 'No Time to Die' bags (which don't have initials) seemingly belong to Valente, who has been dating Bündchen since June 2023.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Let the squares cool completely, cut, and package into freezer bags.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
Local shoppers will stream in to pick up beer, hamburger fixings, and bags of charcoal to kick off the first proper cookout of the season.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Since November 2022, Toteme has sold about 30,000 of its T-lock bags, which range from 730 pounds for a cotton-blend canvas finished with black leather to 1,100 pounds for a version made with Palmellato leather.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Another photo shows Brown looking back while hurriedly carrying two bags through airport security.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2025
Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2025
Noun
At Gilt, a low-key site that offers impressive deals on designer clothes, accessories, and shoes, Longchamp bags of all sizes and styles are up to 33 percent off.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Jw Pei Hana Mini Tote Bag City days call for chic bags, and the JW Pei Hana Mini Tote is exactly that.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Veteran fairgoers know to bring ziplock bags to contain the excess, but cookie collateral is inevitable.
—Hannah Goldfield, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
The 'No Time to Die' bags (which don't have initials) seemingly belong to Valente, who has been dating Bündchen since June 2023.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Let the squares cool completely, cut, and package into freezer bags.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
Local shoppers will stream in to pick up beer, hamburger fixings, and bags of charcoal to kick off the first proper cookout of the season.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Since November 2022, Toteme has sold about 30,000 of its T-lock bags, which range from 730 pounds for a cotton-blend canvas finished with black leather to 1,100 pounds for a version made with Palmellato leather.
—Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Another photo shows Brown looking back while hurriedly carrying two bags through airport security.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
Testing found the highest levels of phthalates in coffee sold in cans, followed by pods and finally bags.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bags
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These components help promote digestion and may also help prevent constipation,6 which leads to abdominal discomfort and raises the risk of many health complications—such as diverticulitis (inflamed pouches in the intestine) and colon cancer.—
Heidi Moawad,
Verywell Health,
11 Sep. 2025
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The soaps, for example, come in glass pumps but also with refillable pouches (made of tree-free paper and biodegradable).—
Esha Chhabra,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The impressive organizational elements also make this option stand out when compared to standard purses.—
Rachel Trujillo,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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There are built in hooks at the top for purses or belts and multi-sized metal frames that can hold scarves or even tank tops.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
7 Sep. 2025
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But the feeling when a film grabs hold remains the same—by a story, a character, a voice—that, never goes out of season.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
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The lilting Calle Malaga, Morocco’s official entry for the International Feature Film Oscar, is a joy largely because of its veteran star who envelops the screen and grabs a role of a career.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
9 Sep. 2025
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At each camp, the team leaves behind a small but powerful item, a red card that explains what to do during encounters with immigration officials.—
David Rodriguez Muñoz,
Freep.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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When her mother leaves the room for a moment, she's accosted by a demonic entity that toys with her through funhouse-style reflections, creating this evil doppelganger of Judy.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
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Also, Iyo Sky takes on Stephanie Vaquer to determine who wins the WWE Women's World Championship, which Naomi vacated.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Whoever wins will also become Virginia's first female governor.—
Grace Sandman,
ABC News,
8 Sep. 2025
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But the winner of each heat earns 400 points with a maximum or 2,000 points available for the weekend.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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The popular handheld vacuum has racked up more than 28,000 perfect ratings and earns praise for its compact size and impressive suction.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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Mizzou allowed four sacks on quarterback Beau Pribula in last week’s win.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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On Friday, Philadelphia signed former Pro Bowl edge-rusher Za'Darius Smith, who logged 35 tackles, 17 QB hits, nine sacks, and nine tackles for loss last season with the Cleveland Browns and Detroit Lions.—
Kevin McCormick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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The brand’s giant green owl mascot dances badly, makes obscure pop culture references and pokes fun at the company’s push notifications.—
Leeron Walter,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Like his contemporaries, Meyers often pokes fun at the ongoing actions of the president and his administration on Late Night.—
Emlyn Travis Updated,
EW.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Bags.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bags. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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