How to Use satchel in a Sentence

satchel

noun
  • This sleek leather satchel fits the bill.
    — Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026
  • The black leather satchel, with a slim shoulder strap, looked like a purse.
    — Will Higgins, Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2018
  • Davis keeps a satchel of pigeon parts slung over his shoulder.
    — Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2022
  • This satchel will add the right amount of color to any plain outfit!
    — Flor De Maria Rivera, Cosmopolitan, 23 Oct. 2013
  • One of the youths carried a satchel across his chest, police said.
    — Bay City News Service, The Mercury News, 28 July 2024
  • There was another satchel on the back of the front seat to hold that pink purse.
    — Peter Valdes-Dapena, CNN, 30 Sep. 2023
  • Meals arrive in a satchel and can be left outside rooms or at a lounge chair on the deck.
    — Corina Quinn, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2020
  • The man said one of the men grabbed a satchel from him containing his cell phone and cash.
    — Harry Harris, Mercury News, 5 Nov. 2025
  • My main indulgence was a huge purse that doubled as a satchel.
    — Ew Staff, EW.com, 4 Mar. 2021
  • Camryn had an extra satchel in her house and brought it to donate.
    — Courtney McGee, baltimoresun.com, 8 Sep. 2020
  • Put wall hooks in between the bins for hanging jackets and satchels.
    — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
  • School volunteers passed out free books and sporty satchels to children.
    — Dennis Hohenberger, Courant Community, 26 June 2018
  • From totes to backpacks to satchels, the options are endless.
    — Meg Lappe, SELF, 13 July 2017
  • In a sleek but roomy shape, this satchel improves any look — from the gym, to the office, to drinks.
    — The Cut, 28 Apr. 2018
  • He was found with a satchel seen on video footage and two firearms, authorities said.
    — Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 19 Dec. 2025
  • There’s the smooth, structured satchel face with a simple leather flap that seals at the bottom.
    — Diana Tsui, The Cut, 14 July 2017
  • This year, there are tons of new styles out there for crossbody bags, totes, satchels, shoulder bags, and more.
    — Samantha Matt, USA TODAY, 10 Oct. 2017
  • The man was able to grab the taser from the officer as the officer took the satchel.
    — Bryant Reed, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
  • For men, chunky loafers, caps, patterned scarves, and structured satchels will polish off any look.
    — Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Dogs could usually be won over with the treats Gomez carried in her satchel.
    — Alex Morris, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2026
  • Instinctively, my hand goes to the leather satchel resting on my hip.
    — David Canfield, EW.com, 2 July 2019
  • One of the other items in my closet that is very London-based is my satchel bag.
    — Jamie Lisanti, SI.com, 10 July 2018
  • If that fails, mail carriers can put their mail satchels between themselves and the dog.
    — Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2024
  • Two firearms and a satchel were also recovered near his remains.
    — Solcyré Burga, Time, 19 Dec. 2025
  • Look for a small one with an open design, like this one made of bamboo, to hang hats, satchels, and purses.
    — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
  • She was described as wearing a navy blue hoodie, white shirt, black jeans and a crossbody satchel.
    — Jonathan Wosen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2021
  • In her hand was a mini top-handle pink satchel and around her neck was a bright white polaroid camera.
    — Avery Matera, Teen Vogue, 13 July 2018
  • Pair it with wide leg jeans and your favorite button down top—bonus points for toting your satchel in hand, like so.
    — Gena Kaufman, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025
  • Find the design across several giftable bag styles from tote bags and satchels to crossbody bags and wristlets.
    — Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 24 Apr. 2024
  • State police alleged that a single 9mm bullet was found in the satchel.
    — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2025

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