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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
Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
The suspect was seen using a 8-inch black knife to remove the sea lion’s head, placing it in a plastic bag and riding off, according to NOAA.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2025
Tom Gliatto, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Ethan Del Mastro bagged his first career goal in the second.
—Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The Barbados native oversaw a capsule collection that highlighted Avanti LS sneakers for men and women, Cat Cleat jelly slides and the Pocket mini bag, all in bold neon tones.
—Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
The suspect was seen using a 8-inch black knife to remove the sea lion’s head, placing it in a plastic bag and riding off, according to NOAA.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2025
Verb
Last year was a stellar one for movies, but the Oscars banquet table can seat only so many contenders — bagging a nomination becomes a frantic game of musical chairs.
—Tom Gliatto, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Ethan Del Mastro bagged his first career goal in the second.
—Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bag
Noun
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From our favorite conscious luggage and case-maker, this see-through pouch is quite chic and can be monogrammed when ordered directly from Paravel.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
14 Mar. 2025
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The oversized hoodie is comfy without feeling restrictive, and the spacious kangaroo pouch at the front is the ideal place to store in-flight snacks as well as your phone.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Mar. 2025
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Additionally, a slim pocket inside neatly fits a $1 bill, as a direct homage to an anecdote about Jackie Kennedy, who was known among friends for always tucking a $1 into her bags and who gifted several of her purses to Bessette-Kennedy.—
Emma Sandler,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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Five companies will receive a share of the overall 700,000-euro endowment, with the winner of the grand prize taking a 300,000-euro purse, and the runner-up 100,000 euros.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Its most significant physical feature is a segmented tread protruding from its back, and extending to the front of its face.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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In September 2024, suspect Ryan Routh, 59, was detained after Secret Service agents spotted a rifle protruding from a bush while Trump was playing on the golf course.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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He’s minimized the walks, partly due to his willingness to use his curveball early in counts for strikes to get ahead and grab count leverage.—
Fabian Ardaya,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Before fouling out late in the game, Stewart scored a double-double, amassing 16 points and grabbing 10 rebounds.—
Patrick Saunders,
The Denver Post,
13 Mar. 2025
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The last remaining Founder, Marlene Hagge-Vossler, passed away in 2023, leaving a sad void at the Founders Cup.—
Candace Oehler,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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While there’s no official answer to what happened to Bailee, Summer House fans don’t blame her for leaving the show, with many viewers accusing the cast of favoring new cast mate Lexi over Bailee in the Season 9 premiere.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
19 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Michigan State, the conference’s regular-season champs, had won eight in a row.—
Michael Marot,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
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Oscillating between lilac, light blue, and gray, light periwinkle nails are the winning formula for those looking for a delicate pastel shade inspired by the sky and flower petals.—
Alice Nardiotti,
Vogue,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Many attendees shared their excitement about earning rewards while performing everyday activities, underscoring DePIN’s accessible and practical appeal.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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That film, directed by Lewis Teague and starring Dee Wallace, Daniel Hugh Kelly and Danny Pintauro, earned $21 million worldwide (not adjusted for inflation) against a $6 million budget.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Lawrence, who agreed to a three-year deal with the Seahawks, was a second-round draft pick by Dallas in 2013 and signed the biggest contract for a defensive player in club history six years later, after consecutive seasons with double-digit sacks.—
Ryan Morik,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
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Reddick finished with 14 tackles and one sack, his lowest total since 2019.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bag. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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