shoulder bag

noun

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as in bag

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Recent Examples of shoulder bag Dunne paired the loving nod with a pair of cheeky denim cutoff shorts, a black T-shirt and a white shoulder bag. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026 Just remember to pack a spacious backpack or shoulder bag for day trips that require a water bottle or an extra layer. — Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 July 2026 Cyber thieves don’t stand a chance against this shoulder bag, which features three compartments and RFID protection to keep your ID, credit cards, and personal information safe. — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026 Thanks to its removable, adjustable straps and compact silhouette, it can be worn as a shoulder bag, crossbody, or handheld purse to suit your style. — Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for shoulder bag
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shoulder bag
  1. bag
  2. purse
  3. clutch bag
  4. pocketbook
  5. handbag
Noun
  • And of course, can any WNBA fit be completled with a Coach leather flap bag?
    — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Scooby-Doo’s bag that opens to a pocket universe and is capable of storing an infinite amount of things, including refrigerators, giant sandwiches, and entire sets of flatware that belonged to the late queen?
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 29 July 2026
Definition of bag
Noun
  • The Preakness’ shorter distance of 1 3/16 miles is much more appealing than the grueling mile and a half of the Belmont, and race organizers certainly could bump up the purse from $2 million.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Meghan wore a custom beige dress by Givenchy with a black belt, a black purse and matching heels.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of purse
Noun
  • Fans can also carry a 1-gallon clear plastic freezer bag — a Ziploc bag or something similar — and a small clutch bag no larger than 9 inches by 5 inches, which is subject to search.
    — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026
  • That’s why her favorite clutch bag has been on repeat for half a decade and shows no sign of gathering dust any time soon.
    — Monique Jessen, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026
Definition of clutch bag
Noun
  • New data now confirms what many residents of the Sunshine State have already been feeling in their pocketbooks.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 20 July 2026
  • After a wave of price hikes from some of the world's largest companies, including Amazon, Apple and Netflix, even at-home pastimes like streaming movies or playing video games are pinching the pocketbooks of consumers like Green.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 11 July 2026
Definition of pocketbook
Noun
  • The look was finished with a favourite pair of pumps and a handbag by Anya Hindmarch.
    — Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Coach opened four locations of The Coach Coffee Shop in 2025, pairing pastries and espresso drinks with the brand’s handbags and accessories.
    — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of handbag

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“Shoulder bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shoulder%20bag. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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