as in suitcase
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles
there was a forgotten holdall in the bus station loo
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Recent Examples of holdall
Casual denim and staple outerwear, a leather holdall, Chelsea boots, and a baker boy cap shape up to a thoughtfully refined collaboration.
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Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
Accessories include a leather holdall, Chelsea boots, and a baker boy cap.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
Why swap your credit cards and keys over when your hero holdall looks good with everything?
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024
Bally’s core tradition in accessories is reflected in the range of luxurious yet practical holdalls and backpacks, trimmed in leather.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 June 2024
Plus, a smaller holdall like this is much more versatile: Use it as a weekender, as your carry-on, or as a gym bag.
—Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
There’s also a holdall (460.95) and a matching shoe bag ($245.84).
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2023
Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
Accessories include a leather holdall, Chelsea boots, and a baker boy cap.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
But then two boys came running out with two holdalls.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
Why swap your credit cards and keys over when your hero holdall looks good with everything?
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024
Bally’s core tradition in accessories is reflected in the range of luxurious yet practical holdalls and backpacks, trimmed in leather.
—Luisa Zargani, WWD, 24 June 2024
Plus, a smaller holdall like this is much more versatile: Use it as a weekender, as your carry-on, or as a gym bag.
—Chadner Navarro, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Dec. 2023
There’s also a holdall (460.95) and a matching shoe bag ($245.84).
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for holdall
Noun
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Although these items should definitely have a spot in your suitcase, packing some easily forgotten—but just as necessary—travel essentials will make your trip even more enjoyable.—
Gregory Robinson,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2025
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Pair them with a quick-drying T-shirt and my favorite trench coat, and travel outfits feel more put together (and take up less space in your suitcase, too).—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2025
Noun
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When he was later jailed on unrelated matters, Menzies had Hunsaker’s wallet and several other items that belonged to her.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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Both Norton and Bitdefender provide a spot to record all details about the contents of your wallet.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
7 June 2025
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“Holdall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/holdall. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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