SWAG

Swag is a catch-all term for free stuff, most often used to describe promotional items used in the marketing of entertainment such as music and movies. The term is believed to be an acronym for "stuff we all get."

As such, swag can mean anything from promotional CDs, concert tickets, movie posters, T-shirts, stickers, and hats, to the more grandiose gift bags handed out to luminaries at industry events like trade shows and awards ceremonies — sometimes referred to as celebrity swag.

Depending on who you are, these "swag bags" can include everything from expensive jewelry or designer clothes, to meals, cars, or trips. Advertisers and marketers often jockey for positioning their products based on which celebrities endorse them by eating, driving, or wearing them.

Not surprisingly, the Internet has plenty of its own swag, which usually comes in the form of free stuff such as the music downloads found at places like swagworld. There are also numerous swag blogs out there for your surfing and swagging pleasure.

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• Swag code hunt December 7 (12-7) at swagbucks

  
  Engineer A Debt Free Life — Authority: 147
  Swag code hunt December 7 (12-7) at swagbucks A new swag code / swagcode = FREE MONEY FOR YOU! You need to join Swagbucks if you haven’t yet! Get 3 bucks free just for signing up! New to Swag Bucks? It’s a site that pays you for searching online, like getting paid for the Google searches you ...
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• Let loose The Swag Dogs of war

  
  WoW.com — Authority: 656
  If the quest for bigger and better loot leaves you craving still more, maybe you need a guild that takes things to the next level: a shot at WoW loot you can wear in real life, too. Enter The Swag Dogs , a brand new guild created by our friends at SwagDog . The Blizzard-approved apparel specialists have created a ...
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• Volkswagen to Decide Whether to Offer Clean-Diesel Roadster in ‘Next Few Months’

  
  Car Reviews & Car Buying Blog — Authority: 165
  Volkswagens head of R&D, Ulrich Hackenberg, says he will find out in the next few months if the VW Bluesport Roadster Concept that debuted at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show last January will be given the production go-ahead. “Its a personal favorite car of mine,” he told a British publication at the ongoing Los ...
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• Suzuki Reportedly in VW’s Hands by Year-End

  
  Car Reviews & Car Buying Blog — Authority: 165
  Maybe tiny Suzuki Motor Corp. no longer has to be concerned that sales for its American Suzuki Motor Corp. unit have been evaporating towards near-nonexistence: information from Europe says the burgeoning Volkswagen Group has plans to take over Suzuki by the end of the year. A report in Britains Car magazine, authored ...
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• The Jacksons A Family Dynasty Prize Pack Contest – Ends – 12-26-2009

  
  Sweepstakes & Contest List Directory — Authority: 174
  Prize:Enter to win a prize pack from “The Jacksons : A Family Dynasty” which includes:- 3-CD pack including: Jackson 5: “I Want You Back! Unreleased Masters,” Jackson 5 “Love Songs,” The Jacksons “Destiny” - The Jacksons : A Family Dynasty t-shirt and bag Sweepstakes/Contest Link Below: ...
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• VW Planning Diesel Beetle And Electric Up! Minicar For U.S.

  
  Car Reviews & Car Buying Blog — Authority: 165
  At last week’s 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show Volkswagen unveiled special Final Edition versions of its New Beetle Coupe and Convertible, signalling that the current model’s run is set to come to an end. Volkswagen’s New Beetle (pictured), which has been on sale since 1998, is set to be replaced by a brand new car ...
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• Disney Travel Winter Survival Kit Giveaway – Ends – 12-11-2009

  
  Sweepstakes & Contest List Directory — Authority: 174
  Prize:Disney Family.com Travel Winter Survival kitGiveaway Link Below: http://www.babylovingmama.com/2009/12/disney-family-com-travel-survival-kit-holiday-splurge-giveaway-13.htmlYou will need to leave a comment to enter the contest at the link above. Check post on how you can gain extra entries into this ...
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• Free swag code at Swagbucks

  
  Engineer A Debt Free Life — Authority: 147
  Free swag code at Swagbucks on 12/6/09 (December 6) ! A new swag code / swagcode = FREE MONEY FOR YOU! You need to join Swagbucks if you haven’t yet! Get 3 bucks free just for signing up! New to Swag Bucks? It’s a site that pays you for searching online, like getting paid for the Google searches ...
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• Wishlist Worthy: Over the Knees

  
  maneandchic — Authority: 420
  One of the seasons standout trends were over the knee boots. I have a feeling they will still be in vogue for years to come, so here are more boots to lust after and add to your wish list. They look great with short dresses, minis, skinny jeans, trousers, tights, shorts. The prices may give you sticker shock, but the ...
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• New Music: Swag feat. Juvenile - "Lets Get It"

  
  Doe DoLLa Presents DoctorExclusive.com — Authority: 420
  New music from Byrd Gang West new artist Swag featuring Juvenile. Swags highly anticipated mixtape The Corner will be available for FREE Download January 2010. The mixtape features appearances from Jim Jones, Juvenile, Gucci Mane, Nipsey Hussle and Kokane Swag feat. Juvenile - "Lets Get It"(Listen ...
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• Swag Saturday: Soul Calibur / Kingdom Hearts travel pack (DS/PSP)

  
  Joystiq — Authority: 778
  [ Image credit: mrlerone ] If youre anything like us, youll be spending a decent part of your holiday stuck in the seat of a train, bus, automobile, or aeroplane, heading towards wherever "home" is for the upcoming holidays. We know how nice it can be to pick up a new game or two for the travels ahead, and in the ...
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• Swag Saturday: Soul Calibur / Kingdom Hearts travel pack (DS/PSP)

  
  Smash Gamers — Authority: 151
  [ Image credit: mrlerone ] If youre anything like us, youll be spending a decent part of your holiday stuck in the seat of a train, bus, automobile, or aeroplane, heading towards wherever "home" is for the upcoming holidays. We know how nice it can be to pick up a new game or two for the travels ahead, and in the ...
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• Secret Stash COUPON SALE!!!

  
  News Askew — Authority: 418
  We always think that the holiday season is one of the best times to shop at the online Jay & Silent Bob’s Secret Stash — Tons of holiday deals, new merch, lots of stuff signed by Kevin. It’s a great time to buy yourself a gift, or buy something special for the View Askew fan in your life. Take a peek at ...
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• New swagcode at swagbucks

  
  Engineer A Debt Free Life — Authority: 147
  New swagcode (new swag code) at Swagbucks / Swag Bucks… get the new Swag bucks code / new Swagbucks code on 12/5/09 ! A new swag code / swagcode = FREE MONEY FOR YOU! You need to join Swagbucks if you haven’t yet! Get 3 bucks free just for signing up! New to Swag Bucks? It’s a site that pays ...
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• Wishlist Worthy: Watches

  
  maneandchic — Authority: 420
  Lets face it, no one really needs watches anymore with Blackberries, iPhones and other gadgets, but they are a classic piece of jewelry that will be a welcome asset to almost any wardrobe. Wear trends like the more masculine look, bold colors and watch bangles like the ones pictured below. Click photo for details and ...
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• A bit of randomness

  
  Stilaholic Nartian Knits — Authority: 104
  Woolgirls Embrace the Lace November kit: Lots of fall goodness. Pattern by Anne Hanson. I think Ill gift the cowl & fingerless mitt set after I knit it up. The yarn looks like fun to knit (camel), but very much not my color. My yarnie b-day gift #1 from Tapmouse . Yum! Tapmouses handspun b-day gift 2 ...
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• The Young Victoria Prize Pack Contest – Ends – 01-03-2010

  
  Sweepstakes & Contest List Directory — Authority: 174
  Prize:The Young Victoria Prize Pack (with a copy of the We Two: Victoria And Albert – Rulers, Partners, Rivals book; a copy of The Young Victoria soundtrack CD; and an autographed The Young Victoria movie poster; retail value $95).Sweepstakes/Contest Link Below: http://www.pazsaz.com/contestc.html Eligibility:18 ...
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• The People Speak Prize Pack Contest – Ends – 12-20-2009

  
  Sweepstakes & Contest List Directory — Authority: 174
  Prize:The People Speak Prize Pack (with a The People Speak t-shirt; a The People Speak dry erase whiteboard; and a History tote bag).Sweepstakes/Contest Link Below: http://www.pazsaz.com/contest2.htmlEligibility:18 years of age and a legal resident of, and located within, one of the 50 United States, or the ...
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• Studio Portrait Friday, December 4th Edition

  
  Unwed Human Female — Authority: 132
      This week, I must confess, is the randomest set of photos in a long time. I spit truths! First up is me showing off my new Miss Kika painting   More awesomely than my coaster story: I am working on a pair of Blythes for an upcoming show, they will be in the Zombukis in Wonderland series … yes, I am ...
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• FREE swag code at Swagbucks

  
  Engineer A Debt Free Life — Authority: 147
  FREE swag code at Swagbucks - 12/4/09 (December 4) ! A new swag code / swagcode = FREE MONEY FOR YOU! You need to join Swagbucks if you haven’t yet! Get 3 bucks free just for signing up! New to Swag Bucks? It’s a site that pays you for searching online, like getting paid for the Google searches ...
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