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shoulder bag

noun

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as in bag

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Recent Examples of shoulder bag Up for grabs were a large Gucci B shoulder bag donated by Edgar-Jones, with an opening price of 500 British pounds; a Jean Paul Gaultier Mona Lisa mesh top contributed by Lambert, and a Chanel 2005 tweed skirt suit jacket that went for 650 pounds. — Mary Wenthur, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026 Mahomes’ small shoulder bag is a polished way to keep your essentials close and accessible, and this Amazon option looks so similar. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2026 Then add some tortoiseshell sunglasses to call back to the ankle boots, and tie it all together with a black shoulder bag. — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 10 Sep. 2026 Whether incorporated through a chic shoulder bag, lightweight layers, or comfy footwear, suede adds visual interest to any outfit without going over the top. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 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
  • Ultimately, Taylor’s journey was a lesson in how simple pleasures are often the most enduring souvenirs—internal keepsakes that linger long after the last bag is unpacked.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The brothers were questioned separately at the scene, and Brian Hickerson gave an officer a bag of Panettiere’s medications, the report said.
    — Holly Yan, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of bag
Noun
  • The latter is a flexible, breathable hide of pigs and has been used to make products such as shoes, purses, wallets and early forms of sports equipment.
    — Michael Peregrine, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Typology’s formula bridges the gap between makeup and skin care, and the purse-friendly applicator is great for touchups throughout the day.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of purse
Noun
  • The Fifty Shades of Grey actress paired her satin LBD with a black Valentino Rockstud Spike crossbody clutch bag and a pair of black peep-toe stilettos.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 22 Aug. 2026
  • 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
Definition of clutch bag
Noun
  • Members want action on pocketbook bills like bipartisan proposals from Sens.
    — Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Older Marni dressers may feel more at home today in the collection's short-haired goat fur coats, which could appeal to any age, if not every pocketbook.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of pocketbook
Noun
  • The high-end price point and Old World vibe attract an older generation of guests, many of whom can be spotted toting designer handbags (Yorkshire Terrier optional).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026
  • After opening a second store on the Left Bank, Parisian handbag duo Léo et Violette have given their Rue Sainte-Anne flagship a fresh encore, with Betyle Studio designing a space inspired by the founders’ love of opera and music.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 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 29 Sep. 2026.

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