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as in suitcase
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles
flies only with a handbag so he doesn't have to check his luggage
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as in purse
a container for carrying money and small personal items
her handbag is just big enough to hold her favorite photos and wallet
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Recent Examples of handbag
There are many misconceptions about exotic leather — notably the python, crocodile, and alligator skins that are transformed into the fashion industry’s most luxe handbags and leather goods.
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Lauren Parker, Footwear News, 18 Apr. 2025
The actress carried a tan handbag and wore her short blonde hair center-parted and straight.
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Michelle Williams
Michelle Williams opted for a simple gray wrap coat, adding black pointed-toe pumps and a black handbag.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Hermès uses its own tanneries to ensure quality control all the way from hide to handbag.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Kim Vaccarella, the founder of Bogg, which sells handbags and accessories, anticipated tariffs on China, where all of her suppliers are.
—Ken Belson, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
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Lauren Parker, Footwear News, 18 Apr. 2025
The actress carried a tan handbag and wore her short blonde hair center-parted and straight.
04 of 11
Michelle Williams
Michelle Williams opted for a simple gray wrap coat, adding black pointed-toe pumps and a black handbag.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Hermès uses its own tanneries to ensure quality control all the way from hide to handbag.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Kim Vaccarella, the founder of Bogg, which sells handbags and accessories, anticipated tariffs on China, where all of her suppliers are.
—Ken Belson, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handbag
Noun
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What started as a way to spot your suitcase became a canvas for self-expression.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
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The lighter suitcase will make the journey more pleasant and easy, according to multiple posts.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2025
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Clearly, a proponent of the tiny purse trend all year-round, Sofia Richie Grainge looks ready for a spring picnic.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse at a restaurant in downtown Washington, D.C, law enforcement officials said Sunday.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
27 Apr. 2025
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Treating yourself to a new pair of sneakers doesn’t have to come at the expense of your wallet.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The woman then discovered that $200 and a necklace valued at $950 were missing from the wallet, the warrant affidavit said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2025
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Backpacks range from $105-225, bags are $60-125, and accessories are $16-45.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
1 May 2025
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This includes access to pottery wheels, tables, studio tools, glazes, a personal shelf, a 25-pound bag of clay, a discount on workshops and classes and the option to sell work in the gift shop for a commission.—
Remington Miller,
Arkansas Online,
1 May 2025
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“Handbag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handbag. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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