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backpacks

  • plural
    of backpack.
    backpack
    noun
    a pack or knapsack, often of canvas or nylon, to be carried on one's back, sometimes supported on a lightweight metal frame strapped to the body.
  • present tense form
    of backpack (3rd person singular).
    backpack
    noun
    a pack or knapsack, often of canvas or nylon, to be carried on one's back, sometimes supported on a lightweight metal frame strapped to the body.

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Some napped on a beach with their faces shielded from the sun by plastic bags or T-shirts, while others rested with backpacks tucked beneath their heads.

From Barron's ● Aug. 6, 2026

Texas: Most clothing, shoes, school supplies and backpacks under $100 are tax-free Aug. 7-9.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 23, 2026

But this year, Target is promoting its June sales week as a major back-to-school event, touting 40% off JanSport backpacks and school staples like BIC pens.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 21, 2026

What if we weren’t destined to tear each other limb from limb, to yell instead of speaking, or dig our backpacks into each other’s bodies on the train?

From Salon ● Jun. 13, 2026

They gave her a crib and lots of diapers and baby bottles for Adria; Barbie dolls and clothes for me; and cool stuff like backpacks and Razor scooters for Ashley and Tevin.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles