grab bag
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noun grab bags · grabbag · grab-bag
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A gift, purchase, etc. whose contents are concealed until after a selection is made; a bag as gift that comprises mystery prizes.
Winners can choose a gift from the grab bags on the table.
Similar: mystery bag
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A bag from which a gift or prize may be withdrawn (grabbed) unseen.
Similar: mystery bag
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Any random assortment, selection or possibility.
With that system, it's a grab bag which files we can find at any moment.
Similar: lucky dip, mixed bag, ragbag, hodgepodge, bouillabaisse, bric-a-brac, catch-all, clamjamfrey, cocktail, rummage, salad, anthology
- A moderately large bag of crisps or other snack, suitable for sharing.
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A bag containing essential items, which can be easily picked up and taken in an emergency.
Similar: bug-out bag, go bag
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title = {grab bag},
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