as in bag
a container for carrying money and small personal items
I left my purse at home, so I can't buy anything after all
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Recent Examples of purse
Noem having $3,000 in cash in her purse sparked some questions.
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
Noem’s purse contained about $3,000 in cash, her driver’s license, her DHS access badge, and more, the outlet reported, citing the source.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
And then my mom has a picture of her purse with a red pepper in it.
—Andrew Goldman, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
Add simple gold hoops, block sandals and a straw purse to complete the look!
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
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Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Apr. 2025
Noem’s purse contained about $3,000 in cash, her driver’s license, her DHS access badge, and more, the outlet reported, citing the source.
—Nicole Acosta, People.com, 21 Apr. 2025
And then my mom has a picture of her purse with a red pepper in it.
—Andrew Goldman, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
Add simple gold hoops, block sandals and a straw purse to complete the look!
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for purse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for purse
Noun
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Pop-up vendors will be selling handmade jewelry, skin care products, home decor items, books, clothing, food, beverages, bags and accessories.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 May 2025
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Look for sales at stores with bulk bins—and don’t forget to take your own jar or bag to fill—to take advantage of an opportunity to get milk in your fridge without creating any packaging waste.—
Laura Mclively,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
Noun
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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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With Floral Print $79 Coach Outlet If Mom loves to keep things simple, this medium-sized wallet is one of the best gifts for carrying just the essentials—just a few cards and cash—in the prettiest floral print.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Purse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purse. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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