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as in suitcases
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 purses
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 handbags
Plus, save up to 70 percent on outfit-completers like straw handbags and statement sunnies.
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Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
These weapons are varied and wide-ranging, including accessories such as fur stoles, rare designer handbags, a sizable collection of statement hats, and Puma’s entire catalog of Speedcat sneakers.
—Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 28 May 2026
The 26th annual signature event, held at the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, included a silent auction showcasing an array of designer and vintage handbags, exclusive experience packages, and exciting grab bag opportunities.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
There’s a dedicated library section where the shoes and handbags will be.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Featuring a selection of ready-to-wear, handbags, accessories and shoes, the collection is being introduced alongside an exclusive Fifth Avenue window takeover at Bergdorf’s New York flagship.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
This $12 hanging purse organizer will corral all your seasonal handbags, while these vacuum seal bags will neatly stash winter clothing until next year.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2026
Veronica Beard, a luxury women’s clothing store that sells clothes, handbags and accessories, will be located at 4747 Broadway Blvd.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
The suspects are accused of participating in at least 20 home burglaries, making off with wallets, high-end handbags, watches, jewelry and more, according to the Los Angeles County district attorney’s office.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
These weapons are varied and wide-ranging, including accessories such as fur stoles, rare designer handbags, a sizable collection of statement hats, and Puma’s entire catalog of Speedcat sneakers.
—Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 28 May 2026
The 26th annual signature event, held at the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, included a silent auction showcasing an array of designer and vintage handbags, exclusive experience packages, and exciting grab bag opportunities.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
There’s a dedicated library section where the shoes and handbags will be.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Featuring a selection of ready-to-wear, handbags, accessories and shoes, the collection is being introduced alongside an exclusive Fifth Avenue window takeover at Bergdorf’s New York flagship.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
This $12 hanging purse organizer will corral all your seasonal handbags, while these vacuum seal bags will neatly stash winter clothing until next year.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 May 2026
Veronica Beard, a luxury women’s clothing store that sells clothes, handbags and accessories, will be located at 4747 Broadway Blvd.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 22 May 2026
The suspects are accused of participating in at least 20 home burglaries, making off with wallets, high-end handbags, watches, jewelry and more, according to the Los Angeles County district attorney’s office.
—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for handbags
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These lightweight suitcases do it all, from quick trips to weeklong vacations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
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One of them, the Coronation Garden, is lined with benches and dozens of people arrive well before play to reserve spots for their picnics later on in the day with a wide array of bags, blankets, umbrellas and even a couple of suitcases.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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The Miami Police Department reminds people heading to the festival that only clear bags will be allowed — no purses, backpacks, fanny packs or camera bags.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2026
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This small suede shoulder bag, contrary to the name, is actually quite spacious and fits a generous amount of my essentials that similarly sized purses in my closet cannot.—
Ali Faccenda,
InStyle,
5 June 2026
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Financial watchdogs view telecoms acting as dangerous regulatory arbitrage, fearing that seamless digital wallets are a backdoor for capital flight.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
8 June 2026
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For those who want to eat well without making a dent in their wallets, the city was also rated the most affordable for eating out among the 20 food cities on the list.—
Avni Trivedi,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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For a classic SoHo pastime, walk the shopping streets of Canal and Broadway– then back down Spring and place your bags back at the hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Frozen Diet 2-pound and 12-pound bags with lot codes MCD25350 and MCC25321, UPC 6-91730-17104- 9 and best-by dates 5/17/2027 and 6/16/2027.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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In the first, players held purple school backpacks decorated with bows.—
Steve Henson,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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That means no backpacks, briefcases, purses and handbags.—
Alexa Herrera,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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“Handbags.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handbags. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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