medley

noun

med·ley | \ ˈmed-lē

plural medleys

Definition of medley

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 archaic : melee

2 : a diverse assortment or mixture especially : hodgepodge a medley of sounds a medley of desserts was arrested on a medley of charges

3 : a musical composition made up of a series of songs or short pieces a medley of show tunes

medley

adjective

Definition of medley (Entry 2 of 2)

: mixed, motley

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Examples of medley in a Sentence

Noun

a medley of show tunes a medley of snack foods available on the buffet table

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

At the competition, Anderson — who competes under the persona Spudboy, inspired by his favorite band, Devo — plans to rock out to a medley of five Devo songs. — Grace Dickinson, Philly.com, "How to slay at the U.S. Air Guitar Regional Championships in Philadelphia," 27 June 2018 Other marks, both in boys relays, are the 200 medley by La Costa Canyon (1:33.83) in 2015 and the 200 free by Del Norte (1:24.67) last year. — Glae Thien, sandiegouniontribune.com, "Swimming preview: top competitors, season story lines," 14 Mar. 2018 Dinner will be served at 7:15pm in the ballroom and will include Bistro Salad, Duet London Broil/Chicken Bianco, Served with Yukon potatoes and medley of vegetables,and Tiramisu/NY Cheesecake w/rasp drizzle. — Stmichaelschool, cleveland.com, "St. Michael School to Hold "Angel Gala" on April 14: Community Voices," 15 Feb. 2018 The events this year are the 4×100, 4×400 and sprint medley. — Joe Juliano, Philly.com, "Justin Gatlin, Wallace Spearmon expected to compete in 'USA vs. the World' at Penn Relays," 26 Apr. 2018 At the Jumunjin Fish Market, the largest fish market on South Korea’s east coast, vendors sell red snow crab, octopus, mackerel, sole, flounder and a whole medley of sashimi. — Soon Kang, charlotteobserver, "Olympic host region known for simple, heartwarming fare | Charlotte Observer," 20 Feb. 2018 Paul has openly spoken about changes coming to Team 10, while addressing the medley of ongoing issues with former members. — Julia Alexander, The Verge, "Jake Paul’s vlog empire, Team 10, deletes all social media ahead of announcement," 18 Oct. 2018 The medley also got an expert laser and neon treatment, and at the end of the mini set, a quick routine to a Missy Elliot trio that could have been a full segment unto itself. — Cara Kelly, USA TODAY, "Britney Spears is back on tour and you better believe she's here to work," 13 July 2018 Alders, a freshman last season, was part of the 200-yard medley and 400 free relays that advanced to state. — Johnny Gorches, Post-Tribune, "Andrew Alders and Lucas Piunti carry the torch for Chesterton in swimming," 23 Feb. 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective

Spring Woods sends all six relays to regionals, led by the fifth-place medley boys team of Samuel Jennings, Hewry Schmidt, Jacob Jennings and Clayton Richard. — Jack Marrion, Houston Chronicle, "Memorial girls runner-up at 15-6A swim meet," 24 Jan. 2018 Hunter will have back the GMC third team 200 medley team of Owen Pelzer, Kevin LaGrange, Jakob Eichhorn and Aidan Flanigan. — Scott Springer, Cincinnati.com, "Preview: St. Xavier highlights talented pool of Cincinnati swimmers, divers," 8 Dec. 2017 In addition, Munoz was part of the winning 200 medley team (back-23.43), and 400 free relay team third leg (45.29). — Staff Report, Orange County Register, "Northwood boys and Woodbridge girls capture PCL swim championships.," 11 May 2017 Wright is a 100m back, 400 free and medley relay specialist. — Randy Sachs, star-telegram.com, "Young swimmers work to create foundation for Mansfield Timberview," 12 June 2017

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