bag

Example Sentences

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Sales executive Joe Fontana thought he had a job in the bag, until his would-be employer contacted one of his former direct reports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Saka's Arsenal team-mate Madueke produced a mixed bag of a performance on the right against Costa Rica.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Everyone heading into the arena is limited to one bag, no bigger than A4 in size, and people should expect security searches.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

One key takeaway from the nearly completed first-quarter earnings season is that companies catering to well-heeled shoppers have done well, while the rest are a bit of a mixed bag.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“They want to take some pictures while you work,” Miss Genovese explains, and then she holds up a garment bag.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse