as in bags
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 purses
She’s been toting Max Mara’s reboot of their iconic Whitney bag in on-trend chocolate brown, but also has a penchant for a classic Chanel 19 Flap Bag and Celine Triomphe, the staple Le Cambon from Manu Atelier, and other purses by Khaite and Métier London.
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2025
The backs of the front seats have handy hooks for purses, jackets, etc.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
Only purses, diaper bags and other small personal bags and backpacks are allowed after an inspection.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2025
The launch of the bag’s global campaign, which was shot by Steven Miesel, for the new purses will be unveiled in September.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2025
Snag the Italian Suede Slouchy Shoulder Bag ahead of fall, and keep scrolling to shop more fall purses from Quince.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
The backs of the front seats have handy hooks for purses, jackets, etc.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Like so many other pieces here, the artistic skill and labor-intensive handiwork embodied in Zaragoza’s purses reaffirm a handmade and precious tradition of artisanal excellence.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Outside of the Breeders’ Cup, this year’s Pacific Classic card will be the richest day of racing ever at Del Mar with the purses for the 11-race program adding up to $2,374,000.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2025
The backs of the front seats have handy hooks for purses, jackets, etc.
—Mark Phelan, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
Only purses, diaper bags and other small personal bags and backpacks are allowed after an inspection.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 28 Aug. 2025
The launch of the bag’s global campaign, which was shot by Steven Miesel, for the new purses will be unveiled in September.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2025
Snag the Italian Suede Slouchy Shoulder Bag ahead of fall, and keep scrolling to shop more fall purses from Quince.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
The backs of the front seats have handy hooks for purses, jackets, etc.
—Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Like so many other pieces here, the artistic skill and labor-intensive handiwork embodied in Zaragoza’s purses reaffirm a handmade and precious tradition of artisanal excellence.
—Kyle Roderick, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
Outside of the Breeders’ Cup, this year’s Pacific Classic card will be the richest day of racing ever at Del Mar with the purses for the 11-race program adding up to $2,374,000.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for purses
Noun
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At Gilt, a low-key site that offers impressive deals on designer clothes, accessories, and shoes, Longchamp bags of all sizes and styles are up to 33 percent off.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Jw Pei Hana Mini Tote Bag City days call for chic bags, and the JW Pei Hana Mini Tote is exactly that.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Each artist created their own interpretations of Jacobs signature silhouettes, spanning from the Tote Bag and Snapshot to ready-to-wear, accessories and wallets, through the lens of joy as wearable fashions.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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Design for Choice, Not Chaos Present customers with multiple options, from digital wallets to local payment rails, without degrading user experience.—
Christer Holloman,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Purses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purses. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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