Definition of walletnext
as in handbag
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles with their humble belongings tucked into wallets of simple cloth, the pilgrims began their journey to one of Christendom's holiest shrines

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Recent Examples of wallet This means for fans who want to follow football past their local team, the fragmentation might lead them opening accounts for multiple platforms—and their wallets. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 15 Sep. 2026 For less wealthy nations, the hit to their national finances – and people’s wallets – has been even starker with patience often running out. — Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2026 Social media amplifies reactions, algorithms reward outrage and consumers increasingly vote with their wallets. — Van Carlson, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026 But for everyday buyers watching their wallet, the Series 12 remains the clear entry-level choice. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wallet
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Noun
  • Tyler Ellis, a designer who was born and raised in Los Angeles and produces her eponymous collection of handbags and evening bags out of Florence, Italy, took the first-place finish ahead with an MIV of $428,000.
    — Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The vintage suitcase that started it all was scanned and digitally printed on a handbag, the Capucines MM Genesis, and a mini attaché case with a shoulder strap, dubbed the Valisette Genesis, thereby capturing and preserving its singular patina.
    — Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Wayne picks Gregory up at a motel, in Mobile, Alabama, and hands him a briefcase containing, among other things, a gun.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Everyone has the late-night parking garage and the briefcase full of cash in their pocket.
    — Finn Brunton, Harpers Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026

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“Wallet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wallet. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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