as in suitcase
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles
there was a forgotten holdall in the bus station loo
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Recent Examples of holdall
In 2023, Jannik Sinner was required to seek out special dispensation from the International Tennis Federation, Association of Tennis Professionals and Wimbledon just in order to switch out his all-white duffle bag for a Gucci monogrammed holdall.
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Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2025
Casual denim and staple outerwear, a leather holdall, Chelsea boots, and a baker boy cap shape up to a thoughtfully refined collaboration.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
Accessories include a leather holdall, Chelsea boots, and a baker boy cap.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
Why swap your credit cards and keys over when your hero holdall looks good with everything?
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024
Bally’s core tradition in accessories is reflected in the range of luxurious yet practical holdalls and backpacks, trimmed in leather.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 June 2024
Plus, a smaller holdall like this is much more versatile: Use it as a weekender, as your carry-on, or as a gym bag.
—Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
There’s also a holdall (460.95) and a matching shoe bag ($245.84).
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2023
Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2025
Casual denim and staple outerwear, a leather holdall, Chelsea boots, and a baker boy cap shape up to a thoughtfully refined collaboration.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
Accessories include a leather holdall, Chelsea boots, and a baker boy cap.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
Why swap your credit cards and keys over when your hero holdall looks good with everything?
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024
Bally’s core tradition in accessories is reflected in the range of luxurious yet practical holdalls and backpacks, trimmed in leather.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 June 2024
Plus, a smaller holdall like this is much more versatile: Use it as a weekender, as your carry-on, or as a gym bag.
—Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
There’s also a holdall (460.95) and a matching shoe bag ($245.84).
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for holdall
Noun
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But before packing a suitcase and heading into retirement sunset, a new ranking revealed that some countries are better suited for retirees than others.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Sep. 2025
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Amazon’s most affordable Labor Day deals also include travel essentials like Loops earplugs and compressive packing cubes to help maximize the space in your suitcase.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
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As rising living costs and global economic uncertainty continue to strain many financially, some expats have found that moving overseas can be easier on their wallet.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
3 Sep. 2025
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An e-wallet released in Malaysia in 2018 followed by Singapore several months later, however, struggled to gain traction in a crowded market.—
John Kang,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Holdall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holdall. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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