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Discover LudwigThe phrase "to bag" is correct and usable in written English.
It is often used in informal contexts to mean to capture, secure, or obtain something, such as a goal or an item.
Example: "After weeks of hard work, I finally managed to bag the promotion I was aiming for."
Alternatives: "to secure" or "to obtain".
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to bag
noun
A flexible container made of cloth, paper, plastic, etc.
synonyms
Exact(48)
They were out to bag the Flume.
"I used to bag groceries here".
Done We've come to bag the evidence.
To bag school: to play hooky.
And the trouble is, stretch fabrics start to bag.
Arrive early if you want to bag a table.
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Ms. Raso's other go-to bag is a Missoni for Bric's carry-on rolling duffel.
It's my go-to bag.
This is my new go-to bag.
"Anything from ironing boards to bags of dog food.
Wait: did I just liken volunteers to bags of trash?
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