clutch bag

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Recent Examples of clutch bag The only bags allowed in the venue are clear plastic/vinyl tote bags and small clutch bags. Kansas City Star, 26 May 2026 All purses, bags or containers larger than a small clutch bag. Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 31 Mar. 2026 She was elegantly dressed in a cream coat dress adorned with delicate embroidery, paired with matching heels and a coordinating clutch bag. Stephanie Giang-Paunon , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2025 At the tournament, Lohan appeared to wear a light pink Chanel printed mini dress from the fashion house’s 1996 runway collection with a black Chanel clutch bag. Escher Walcott, People.com, 10 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for clutch bag
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clutch bag
Noun
  • Instead, opt for a more secure purse like this anti-theft messenger bag, which has a zipper at the top, locking compartments, slash-resistant material, and RFID-blocking panels.
    Jackie Cucco, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026
  • This guest styles her matching tracksuit with pointed pumps, a Lacoste purse, and headband for a sporty-meets-runway look that lands somewhere between sidewalk and catwalk.
    Amanda Le, InStyle, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • This Mini Carey Crossbody Bag transforms from a crossbody bag to a clutch to a shoulder bag.
    Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 25 June 2026
  • But so are the offensive struggles in the clutch, owning the seventh-worst average with runners in scoring position.
    Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 23 June 2026
Noun
  • Airlines will sometimes even measure your bag to enforce the size restrictions.
    Jackie Cucco, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026
  • Transfer to a freezer-safe airtight container or zip-top bag.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
Noun
  • The skyrocketing cost of tomatoes, beef and lettuce Adding to the consumer pocketbook pinch are increasing prices that aren't directly tied to the Iran war.
    Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 18 June 2026
  • What will peace mean for your pocketbook?
    Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Noun
  • This neck wallet keeps your passport, cards, cash, and boarding pass securely against your body while remaining easy to access when needed.
    Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2026
  • Pop one in your wallet, travel bag, or even on your pet’s collar.
    Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 27 June 2026
Noun
  • Founded by Deseri Kelley, Deseri offers luxury handbags inspired by architecture, art, and modern femininity.
    Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
  • Ralph Lauren has primarily outfitted Swift's street style, with pieces like American flag sweaters, preppy polo dresses, baseball hats and leather handbags.
    Morgan Evans, USA Today, 25 June 2026

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“Clutch bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clutch%20bag. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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