Thesaurus results for SHOULDER BAG

shoulder bag

noun

Definition of shoulder bag

as in bag

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Recent Examples of shoulder bag 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 There are plenty of classics to choose from, including this rich-looking top-handle bag and this all-white shoulder bag. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 10 July 2026 Start with this polished shoulder bag that pairs effortlessly with everything from Sunday brunch outfits to wedding guest looks and date nights. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for shoulder bag

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Noun

Pool security responded and found a weapon inside a bag belonging to a juvenile.

— Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
Always remove the diseased parts of the plant and dispose of them in a plastic bag.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 15 July 2026

Definition of bag

Noun

These charming pieces include spacious totes that can also serve as a personal item when flying, chic crossbody bags, and statement-making purses like this seashell bag.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026
Once outside, Parks fishes a pair of blue flip-flops out of her purse and changes out of her heels.

— Clio Chang, Curbed, 14 July 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

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
Scott Waguespack said, holding up a pocketbook copy of the legislative body’s rulebook after the meeting.

— Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026

Definition of pocketbook

Noun

There’s a reason Old Navy is a go-to of mine and shoppers all across the country for everyday clothing, shoes, and handbags.

— Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2026
Interiors can be enrobed in leather matching the pattern of a handbag, while backup cameras are embedded into chrome bumpers.

— Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of handbag

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