as in suitcases
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles
the airline allows two carry-ons per person
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suitcases
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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 -
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
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“Carry-ons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carry-ons. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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