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purse

noun as in tote for carrying personal items

noun as in award; winnings

verb as in press together

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The 22-year-old Asian star is aiming to win the richest tournament in women's golf for a second straight year, with the winner receiving a $4 million top prize from an $11 million purse.

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U.K. consumer sentiment slipped in November, with households tightening the purse strings ahead of the budget and a crucial holiday season for retailers.

"This schedule reflects the work we've put into elevating our courses, improving our routing, and continuing to grow purses."

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The babies’ lips pursed into two round O’s.

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“Of course,” Penelope said quickly, for no Swanburne girl would be caught out and about without something interesting to read tucked into her pocket or purse.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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