as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
the bottom of the drawer was always a miscellaneous accumulation of odds and ends
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Recent Examples of miscellaneous
The cost of living was determined by looking at the price of groceries, health care, housing, utilities, transportation, and miscellaneous.
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 30 July 2025
The historic casino, located across from Fremont Street Experience, is full of miscellaneous treasures and antiques, including a chandelier from Figaro Opera House in Paris, a giant brass boar from Nice, and a 1927 Pullman train car.
—Alex Schechter, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2025
But under a tax code change that took effect in 2018, miscellaneous itemized deductions were suspended until January 1, 2026.
—Robert W. Wood, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Officers also found a notebook containing what appeared to be a goodbye note, multiple prescription bottles — some empty, others with pills — with miscellaneous paperwork, and a vehicle title.
—Amanda Jackson, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 30 July 2025
The historic casino, located across from Fremont Street Experience, is full of miscellaneous treasures and antiques, including a chandelier from Figaro Opera House in Paris, a giant brass boar from Nice, and a 1927 Pullman train car.
—Alex Schechter, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2025
But under a tax code change that took effect in 2018, miscellaneous itemized deductions were suspended until January 1, 2026.
—Robert W. Wood, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
Officers also found a notebook containing what appeared to be a goodbye note, multiple prescription bottles — some empty, others with pills — with miscellaneous paperwork, and a vehicle title.
—Amanda Jackson, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for miscellaneous
Adjective
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Fantastic Fest has announced the film lineup for its 20th edition, promising an eclectic mix of horror, action, sci-fi, comedy, animation, and otherwise unclassifiable cinema that befits its status as the weirdest stop on the very busy fall festival circuit.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
14 Aug. 2025
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The Lenexa Artists’ Show highlights an eclectic mix of artwork from local artists.—
Debra Skodack,
Kansas City Star,
13 Aug. 2025
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In between were segments that captured the wider breadth of the Jonas journey, with songs from the assorted solo releases and side projects of Nick and Joe, as eldest brother Kevin dutifully manned his guitar throughout the night amid the 11-piece backing outfit and horn section.—
Brian McCollum,
Freep.com,
30 Aug. 2025
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This assorted pack comes with a wide variety of sizes and materials, including fabric bandages (the longest-lasting) and waterproof options.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Attacker motivations are as varied as the individuals and groups themselves.—
Carlos Morales,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The selection well exemplifies France’s varied content offering.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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However, research is mixed, with some studies finding benefits and others showing no effect.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
14 Aug. 2025
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The monthly consumer price index was mixed, showing some impacts from tariffs but some price declines in large categories.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Miscellaneous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/miscellaneous. Accessed 2 Sep. 2025.
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