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
Snag this bag at Quince today, and keep scrolling to shop more popular purses below.
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Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
Some even carry portable readers that can pick up signals through thin wallets or purses.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Bags and purses are subject to search.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Along with signalling affluence, clothes became wearable purses for travelers and attaching ones coins to a vest instead of carrying a bag was an easy way to avoid theft.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
At $82, the Duet Saffiano Leather Small Crossbody is like having two medium-sized purses in one but for the price of a wallet.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2025
Some of the retailer’s fall accessories have western accents, such as purses with fringe and cowgirl-inspired hats.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
Avoid pillowcases with large holes that can allow dust to enter, and choose light colors since dark colors and designs may bleed onto leather purses or clothing and stain them.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
The non-mandatory tournament will be a 56-player draw over one week, with prize money in line with other Masters 1000 events, which each had purses of roughly $10 million in 2025.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
Some even carry portable readers that can pick up signals through thin wallets or purses.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Bags and purses are subject to search.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 4 Nov. 2025
Along with signalling affluence, clothes became wearable purses for travelers and attaching ones coins to a vest instead of carrying a bag was an easy way to avoid theft.
—Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
At $82, the Duet Saffiano Leather Small Crossbody is like having two medium-sized purses in one but for the price of a wallet.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2025
Some of the retailer’s fall accessories have western accents, such as purses with fringe and cowgirl-inspired hats.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
Avoid pillowcases with large holes that can allow dust to enter, and choose light colors since dark colors and designs may bleed onto leather purses or clothing and stain them.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
The non-mandatory tournament will be a 56-player draw over one week, with prize money in line with other Masters 1000 events, which each had purses of roughly $10 million in 2025.
—Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for purses
Noun
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Readers will also learn how to repurpose existing garments into new items such as hats, bags, slippers and other patchwork pieces.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Nov. 2025
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Even wine bags carry the signature Rockwell spirit, making gift-giving or hosting feel effortless and thoughtfully curated.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Large software wallets explicitly derive all accounts from a secret recovery phrase, underscoring how central the model is in everyday use.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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The shutdown is hitting Americans’ wallets, with millions of lower earners’ food stamps cut or delayed, and campaigners warning of widespread food insecurity.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Purses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/purses. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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