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as in pouch
a container made of a flexible material (as paper or plastic)
she carries her towel and other supplies to the beach in a bright, colorful bag slung over her arm
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as in purse
a container for carrying money and small personal items
she keeps her keys, phone, and wallet each in separate compartments in her bag so that she always knows where they are
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as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
the shirt bagged at the waist
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as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
bagged a deer while hunting last weekend
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as in to leave
to give up (a job or office)
if the supervisor says one more nasty thing to me, I'm going to bag this stupid job
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as in to win
to obtain (as a goal) through effort
bagged a full fellowship at one of the nation's leading universities
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as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
bagged an acting nomination for a truly inspired performance
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Recent Examples of bag
Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
This bundle of mesh bags, $11.99 at Walmart, includes one large bag, two medium ones and two smaller bags for all of your laundry needs.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Average annual returns for the S&P 500, gold and Hermes Birkin bags | 1980–2015
The horizontal bar chart shows the average annual returns on Hermes Birkin bags, the S&P 500 and gold from 1980 through 2015.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 22 Mar. 2025
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Noun
That means clean white jeans, thick hoops, a pair of shades, and your favorite bag.
—Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025
This bundle of mesh bags, $11.99 at Walmart, includes one large bag, two medium ones and two smaller bags for all of your laundry needs.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
Pearl bagged a new deal in January 2022 after Auburn was ranked No. 1 for the first time in school history.
—Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Average annual returns for the S&P 500, gold and Hermes Birkin bags | 1980–2015
The horizontal bar chart shows the average annual returns on Hermes Birkin bags, the S&P 500 and gold from 1980 through 2015.
—Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 22 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bag
Noun
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The blanket folds easily into a carrying pouch, which doubles as a pillow.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Mar. 2025
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Original Beef, which are sold in 12-count pouches, 8-count pouches, and single sticks.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
25 Mar. 2025
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According to Statista, the Masters purse has grown significantly every year since 2021, as have the winner's earnings.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Furthermore, when considering discretionary spending - such as buying a new purse or dining at fast-food restaurants - Latino consumers are encouraged to adjust their choices to support companies prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion.—
Noreen Sugrue,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The two rear cameras live in a small module that protrudes less than a millimeter from the back case.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 Apr. 2025
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Well down the mountainside a small ledge protruded from the sharp ridge like a bulbous growth.—
Percy Brown,
Outdoor Life,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Antetokounmpo finished the game by scoring 36 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and blocking two shots.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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Police said that once Davis left the apartment, the surviving 10-year-old quickly grabbed her baby brother, locked the door and called for help.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The department did not say how much money is left of the total $189 billion approved.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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With few options left, Adam begins considering and concocting ways to enact vengeance, but Basem, having been down that rageful path, advises him otherwise.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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According to Klos, all of the last 13 winners have gained at least 18 strokes tee-to-green in their four tournaments prior to winning at Augusta National.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Osceola and Stockton met twice earlier this season at Osceola Heritage Park, and the Magic won both games by an average of 19 points.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Apr. 2025
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The latter record earned the alternative pop star five nods at the 66th Grammys, including a nom in the coveted song of the year and album of the year categories.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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Martin co-starred with Regina Hall and Issa Rae in the 2019 film, which was a modest hit, earning $48 million at the global box office.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Bain had 44 tackles (13 for loss) and 7.5 sacks as a freshman in 2023, then produced 23 tackles (six for loss) and 3.5 sacks in nine games last season.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2025
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His strip sack and 83-yard return for a touchdown clinched the semifinal victory over Texas in the Cotton Bowl.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bag. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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