Thesaurus results for PURSES

purses

noun

Definition of purses next

plural of purse

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 The sprinting, swimming and weightlifting event that allows athletes to take performance-enhancing drugs held its inaugural event in Las Vegas, where organizers had hyped the competition as a PED-friendly Olympics with high drama, big purses and shattered records. —

Robert Abitbol, USA Today, 30 May 2026 Turns out, our grandmothers were right to carry it around in their purses. —

Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 May 2026 This results in a pile-up of backpacks, jackets, and purses on entryway chairs, the bottom of the stairs, and kitchen counters. —

Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026 Right now, its digital shelves are stocked with purses from Michael Kors, a label known for structured silhouettes, quality craftsmanship, and a polished aesthetic that delivers glam without overdoing it. —

Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2026 Place purses in chic storage, like this artisan rattan cane storage bin that’s a budget-friendly take on a fancy custom built-in. —

Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2026 Shop more double-duty crossbody bags and clutch purses at Amazon below. —

Claire West, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026 The Le Pliage collection doesn’t just come in travel-friendly purses and totes. —

Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026 America faces a mental health emergency hiding in plain sight—in our pockets, purses, and hands throughout nearly every waking hour. —

Jean Case, Time, 14 May 2026

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Noun

The penthouse suite has a wraparound balcony with a full-sized dining table and hot tub, but even the smaller studios have balconies and kitchenettes and all rooms have powerful Dyson hairdryers, pod coffee machines, complimentary beach bags, and Aesop bath products.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
With continued use, the eye gel can help reduce crow’s feet and other fine lines around the eye area, smooth out under-eye bags, and even brighten up the area for a more awake-looking glow.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 June 2026