as in wallet
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles
it'll be much easier to carry a backpack than to lug that suitcase all over the place
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Recent Examples of suitcase
Cars full of families with suitcases and water strapped to the roof have been seen around the city, with many families leaving for the countryside.
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Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 15 June 2025
Dawn needs an entire suitcase for her puffy white Tortured Poets Department dress.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2025
Outside food and drinks Outside lawn chairs or camping chairs
Oversized backpacks, suitcase and large beach bags
Picnic baskets
Skateboards, ice skates or roller shoes.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2025
Conveniently, the product assortment fits comfortably in a handbag or suitcase for on-the-go requirements after the flight –– whether for a skiing adventure, yachting escapade or in between business meetings in different time zones.
—Debbi Kickham, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 15 June 2025
Dawn needs an entire suitcase for her puffy white Tortured Poets Department dress.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2025
Outside food and drinks Outside lawn chairs or camping chairs
Oversized backpacks, suitcase and large beach bags
Picnic baskets
Skateboards, ice skates or roller shoes.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2025
Conveniently, the product assortment fits comfortably in a handbag or suitcase for on-the-go requirements after the flight –– whether for a skiing adventure, yachting escapade or in between business meetings in different time zones.
—Debbi Kickham, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for suitcase
Noun
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Mattia allegedly took the man’s wallet and car keys before driving away with the victim’s friend still inside the vehicle, according to the Sheriff’s Office.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2025
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This belt bag has an adjustable strap that can be worn across your chest or waist, and keeps your phone, wallet, and sunglasses within reach.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2025
Noun
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Some of these materials had been carried in her personal backpack and brought directly from MDA to her home that same day.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 June 2025
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Our protagonist is a chipper, idiot honey bear with a caustic, mean-spirited bird stuffed in his backpack.—
Luke Winkie,
Vulture,
18 June 2025
Noun
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This Samsonite 21-inch carry-on suitcase features 360-degree spinner wheels for maximum ease of movement.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
19 June 2025
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Cargo space is generous for the segment, with room for 17 carry-on suitcases behind the rear seats and up to 31 when the second row is folded down.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
Noun
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The centers provide luggage storage and information desks for travelers.—
Bernice Ooi,
CNBC,
26 June 2025
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Before storing the luggage, place an odor absorber inside the bag that will pull out any lingering bacteria or fragrances.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 June 2025
Noun
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During the shootout, Jim and Nina finally have their hands on the all-important briefcase Saxton came for, which Nina believes might hold enough evidence to bring him down.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
20 June 2025
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With the Money in the Bank briefcase in his possession, Rollins and his crew could appear on any show at any time.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
Noun
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And of course, what better time to hand Beyoncé a handbag straight off the runway than during the final bow?—
Julian Randall,
Essence,
25 June 2025
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This breezy linen dress is a no-brainer look that can be styled with my favorite sandals and woven handbags.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
23 June 2025
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“Suitcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suitcase. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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