as in varied
consisting of many things of different sorts
the museum's eclectic collection has everything from a giraffe skeleton to medieval musical instruments
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Recent Examples of eclectic
But what struck me just as much as the steamy love scenes was the show’s soundtrack—an eclectic assortment of songs that spotlight independent Canadian artists, paired with an original score by the Quebec singer-songwriter Peter Peter.
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Zoe Si, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
With its eclectic collection of vinyl records and board games, Kibbitznest, a WiFi-free book bar in Lincoln Park, has been capturing the fancies of those seeking a digital detox for nearly a decade.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
The Black Cat Shoppe is a colorful spot for eclectic oddities and The Next Chapter Books & Art carries on the town’s rich literary history that dates to 1783 when the state’s first bookstore was opened in New Bern.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
For contemporary dining, Henrii delivers an eclectic menu and dramatic riverfront views of the Altes Rathaus.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
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Zoe Si, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
With its eclectic collection of vinyl records and board games, Kibbitznest, a WiFi-free book bar in Lincoln Park, has been capturing the fancies of those seeking a digital detox for nearly a decade.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 12 June 2026
The Black Cat Shoppe is a colorful spot for eclectic oddities and The Next Chapter Books & Art carries on the town’s rich literary history that dates to 1783 when the state’s first bookstore was opened in New Bern.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
For contemporary dining, Henrii delivers an eclectic menu and dramatic riverfront views of the Altes Rathaus.
—David Dickstein, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eclectic
Adjective
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The important thing is to keep eating vegetables and maintaining a varied but healthy diet.—
Vanessa Caceres,
Verywell Health,
10 June 2026
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The splintering of music discovery has resulted in less monoculture and more varied sounds thriving simultaneously.—
John Kennedy,
VIBE.com,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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Sacramento consistently ranks among the most diverse cities in the country, and that applies across all stripes.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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In 2024, Davis’ medical school became the third most racially diverse medical school in the country, the Justice Department claimed.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Key Takeaways Magnesium may help lower blood pressure, but results are mixed.—
Cathy Nelson,
Verywell Health,
11 Dec. 2025
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Studies examining how vitamin D influences cholesterol have had mixed results.—
Emmanuella Ogbonna,
Health,
11 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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These assorted nutcrackers all come with a different companion—from a present with a little wooden bow to a wooden gingerbread man.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Dec. 2025
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The fugitive was previously indicted in Los Angeles federal court on multiple charges, including running a continuing criminal enterprise, committing murder in connection with a continuing criminal enterprise and assorted drug crimes.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
9 Dec. 2025
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“Eclectic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eclectic. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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