bags
Britishplural noun
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informal a lot; a great deal
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short for Oxford bags
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informal any pair of trousers
interjection
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Also: bags I. slang:childrens an indication of the desire to do, be, or have something
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uncouth
Example Sentences
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"They try to say these things to release their anger and anxiety but we're not punching bags, we're still people," he says.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
He’s going to cover one whole wall with mirrors and hang up punching bags.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
Those include large manufacturers of air bags, automotive glass, and steering systems.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
Ryanair has done this by posting extremely low base fares and charging for everything it can—including checked bags, all but the smallest carry-ons, seat selection, and food and drinks.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
The purple bags under his eyes make him look exhausted.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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