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

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

A clear bag policy will be enforced during the festival.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Rice said he also took an additional bag to bring home the trophy, but returned with his suitcase empty.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

After a moment, she pulled it back, nuzzled it for a second, and then put it into the bag.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott