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clutch bags

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plural of clutch bag

as in clutches

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Cyclops Odysseus’s wittiest ploy in Homer’s tale concerns him and his men’s escape from the clutches of Polyphemus, the giant cyclops (and son of Poseidon).

— Marlow Stern, Variety, 17 July 2026
Along with Nyong’o, celebrities like Meryl Streep, Katy Perry and Millie Bobby Brown have carried the brand’s clutches.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 15 July 2026

Definition of clutches

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These charming pieces include spacious totes that can also serve as a personal item when flying, chic crossbody bags, and statement-making purses like this seashell bag.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026
Bags big and small should also be an obligatory purchase, since there’s a wide selection of crossbody purses, shoulder bags, and more, on sale.

— Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026

Definition of purses

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D4vd then placed the bags into the front trunk of his Tesla – the cadaver bag on top – leaving the body to decompose, according to the prosecution.

— Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Keep scrolling to shop more slip dresses, flats, and bags inspired by Katie Holmes now.

— Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026

Definition of bags

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After a wave of price hikes from some of the world's largest companies, including Amazon, Apple and Netflix, even at-home pastimes like streaming movies or playing video games are pinching the pocketbooks of consumers like Green.

— Alex Harring, CNBC, 11 July 2026
The real impact, Grubbs said, will be to the pocketbooks of shark diving businesses along the coasts and the surrounding communities.

— Kairi Lowery, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026

Definition of pocketbooks

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Kate Spade is well-known for its whimsical handbags, often featuring fun shapes depicting slices of pizza, gorgeous flowers, delicious fruits, and other playful motifs.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026
There’s a reason Old Navy is a go-to of mine and shoppers all across the country for everyday clothing, shoes, and handbags.

— Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2026

Definition of handbags

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These clutch wallets accompanied Vaccarello’s step-and-repeat of suits that comprised the opening eight looks–a nod to the 60th anniversary of the Le Smoking, one of the house’s most revolutionary contributions to the industry.

— Alice Cary, Vogue, 13 July 2026
Kate Spade Outlet During Kate Spade Outlet’s Clearance Event, shoppers can save up to 70 percent, plus an additional 20 percent off purses, totes, wallets, and more at checkout.

— Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026

Definition of wallets

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