briefcase

noun

Definition of briefcasenext
as in attaché

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Recent Examples of briefcase The American Kennel Club said these scents can be hidden in different places, including a container, like a box or briefcase, on or inside an object either outside or inside, or even buried in a container underneath sand or in water. — Maddie Rhodes, USA Today, 28 July 2026 Buyers can coordinate leather with a favorite briefcase, handbag or personal color reference, specify contrasting piping and request custom embroidery. — Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 Trotsky, dressed in a cap and tweed knickerbockers, carried a briefcase and cane, walking with the bearing of a soldier. — Literary Hub, 28 July 2026 Hitler escaped the full force of the blast when someone moved the briefcase next to a table leg, deflecting much of the explosive force. — ABC News, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for briefcase
Recent Examples of Synonyms for briefcase
  1. valise
  2. wallet
  3. handbag
  4. carryall
  5. carry-on
  6. holdall
  7. portmanteau
Noun
  • But in Vienna, Pollak kept a mistress, and Milena had to take a job porting valises at the train station just to make ends meet.
    — Christine Estima September 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
  • That a kindly bellhop from The Balmoral, our hotel adjacent to the station, loaded our valises off a trolley cart did little to rein in these trappings.
    — Ross Kenneth Urken, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2024
Definition of valise
Noun
  • Bridegan’s body was left splayed in the street, with his car, wallet, wristwatch and other personal items untouched, according to police.
    — Danya Gainor, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Specialty clothing or footwear designed for athletic activity or protective use and accessory items like jewelry, handbags, luggage, umbrellas, wallets and watches are not included in the sales tax exemption.
    — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of wallet
Noun
  • It can be attached to a handbag, keys, backpack or other items.
    — Nicholas Lentz, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Then, accessorize with a simple black thong sandal and woven handbag—two end-of-summer staples not to stow away just yet.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of handbag
Noun
  • This oversized carryall comes in two finishes, and the suede adds soft, luxurious texture to your fall travel wardrobe.
    — Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The Lexington Backpack and Coastal Flip Lock Tote are two of our favorite carryalls of the season so far -- check them out below to see the function and beauty for yourself.
    — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of carryall
Noun
  • When a carry-on suitcase is too bulky, and a backpack is too cramped, a compact yet roomy travel bag is the perfect solution.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Some seemingly harmless items, like cordless curling irons and bowling balls, are banned from either carry-on or checked luggage.
    — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of carry-on
Noun
  • Many holdalls are potential security risks, and priority one for FIFA is maintaining a trouble-free World Cup.
    — Phil Hay, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026
  • The actor toted two holdalls in suede mint green and black padded leather by Balenciaga bags and Gucci.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2026
Definition of holdall
Noun
  • In 1948, Winthrop and Vivian Smith purchased it and renamed it Winvian in a playful portmanteau of their respective first names.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Soon my entire feed was pugs and poodles and beagles and portmanteau blends with absurd names like golden doodle and cavapoo.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
Definition of portmanteau

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