as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
a box of assorted chocolates
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as in classified
to arrange or assign according to type
assort these butterfly specimens according to geographic origin
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as in blended
to form a pleasing relationship
somewhat surprisingly, the collection of ancient Egyptian art assorts rather well with the museum's modern design
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Recent Examples of assorted
William Gavin, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Both serve as examples of the tremendous amount of time, energy and money spent on everything from architectural renderings to press conferences and assorted dog and pony shows the past several years.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Sunset bites offered from 4 p.m. -6 p.m. include oysters with chili-lime mignonette, assorted crudite with peanut coconut dip, popcorn shrimp with sambal oelek, and a warm balinese lobster roll, amongst others.
—Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Among the debris were bricks, tins of paint, stones, and other assorted rubbish.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
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The federal government spent more than $6.7 trillion last fiscal year, with the largest payments directed toward Social Security, Medicare, interest payments, defense spending, and other assorted health costs.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Both serve as examples of the tremendous amount of time, energy and money spent on everything from architectural renderings to press conferences and assorted dog and pony shows the past several years.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Sunset bites offered from 4 p.m. -6 p.m. include oysters with chili-lime mignonette, assorted crudite with peanut coconut dip, popcorn shrimp with sambal oelek, and a warm balinese lobster roll, amongst others.
—Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Among the debris were bricks, tins of paint, stones, and other assorted rubbish.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assorted
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Even from just those three cars, the eclectic nature of the Bicester Scramble is clear.—
Alistair Charlton,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The eclectic ambiance, adorned with Uzbek tapestries, complements the adventurous palate of its offerings. Casa Dragones Tasting Room A staple in San Miguel's spirits scene, the Casa Dragones Tasting Room offers an immersive experience into the world of premium tequila.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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And our findings have broader implications for how species are classified and protected under conservation laws.—
Andre A. Naranjo,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2025
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Arrest warrant questioned Many law experts question the validity of the warrant, which specified that certain key provisions of South Korea's Criminal Procedure Act should be excluded, which meant the police could search the military and government-classified presidential residence.—
Joohee Cho,
ABC News,
5 Jan. 2025
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Her words resonated deeply, encapsulating the essence of her four-decade-long career that has seamlessly blended African traditions with global influences.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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The former seaside pleasure palace of the playboy King George IV features Indian and Chinese influences blended with traditional Regency design.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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What transpired over the next few minutes felt like a shot — or three — of pure Stagecoach adrenaline, stronger and more intoxicating than any of the varied liquors that had been guzzled all over the Empire Polo Club grounds over the previous 72 hours.—
Paul Albani-Burgio,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Diabetes is a lifelong condition whose consequences can be varied: nerve damage, heart disease, digestive problems, foot ulcers.—
Dhruv Khullar,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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Beyond these achievements, Alex distinguished himself through his partnership with the administration.—
Olivia Antigua,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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That’s an issue because while both hemp and marijuana are cannabis plants, distinguished only by their cannabinoid content, they are regulated differently.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
The Denver Post,
13 Mar. 2025
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Getty Images Asia-Pacific markets traded mixed Monday as investors assessed China's promises to support domestic businesses as well as developments in trade negotiations between the U.S. and countries in the region.—
Amala Balakrishner,
CNBC,
27 Apr. 2025
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Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, this park is home to two stunning groves of giant sequoias, surrounded by lush mixed conifer forests.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
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Through this, the team was able to see that new memories were replayed and cemented in the brain during a fleeting moment in one of the non-REM sleep stage subsets, which corresponded with the animals' pupils appearing contracted.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Jan. 2025
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This year, Tesla corresponded with authorities in Austin regarding safety expectations for its autonomous vehicle technology.—
Lora Kolodny,Jennifer Elias,
CNBC,
26 Dec. 2024
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The school district is one of the nation’s largest and most ethnically and religiously diverse.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Some of the biggest opportunities for Fort Worth include growth in population, growing the technology industry, expanding tourism, becoming more inclusive and diverse, protecting the environment, and creating job opportunities.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Assorted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assorted. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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