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as in variety
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
an assortment of nails at the bottom of my tool box
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as in diversity
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types
we were disappointed in the small clothing store's lack of assortment
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Recent Examples of assortment
Each one also contains an assortment of high-end trinkets to open daily in the lead-up to December 25, helping your giftees tap into childlike whimsy for the holiday season.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Due to its versatility and ability to withstand an assortment of activities, the Rubber Dockie Floating Mat is one top choice.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
In keeping with the holiday spirit, the auction will feature an assortment of items from the personal archives of late actor Alan Rickman.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
The assortment will vary from store to store.
—Chase Jordan
november 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Due to its versatility and ability to withstand an assortment of activities, the Rubber Dockie Floating Mat is one top choice.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
In keeping with the holiday spirit, the auction will feature an assortment of items from the personal archives of late actor Alan Rickman.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
The assortment will vary from store to store.
—Chase Jordan
november 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assortment
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Head to Chocolate Meltdown and sample a variety of treats that'll be sure to please your sweet tooth.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Jan. 2026
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Delhomme was interviewed by Observer columnist Scott Fowler, who in 17 minutes probed the Panthers Hall of Honor inductee on a variety of topics.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Jan. 2026
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In another example of the cultural diversity found in his work, his Revolutionary War paintings make a point of including Black regiments when applicable.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
7 Jan. 2026
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Here’s my short list of the best diversity stories of the past year published in The Star.—
Mara Williams,
Kansas City Star,
7 Jan. 2026
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After applauding the win, Murphy didn’t stay to watch Hudson win her category (Best Supporting Actress) or to enjoy his costars’ medley of the film’s three Best Original Song nominees, resulting in speculation he was angered by his loss.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
3 Jan. 2026
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Here's where to base yourself while discovering Portugal's vast medley of landscapes.—
Deanna Romano,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Jan. 2026
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Ray’s most chaotic photograms—jumbles that push out of the frame or look like time bombs ready to explode—find echoes in his films, projected on the back walls, a show in themselves.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
3 Oct. 2025
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In jumbles of old stones that, to me, are barely legible as the remains of buildings, Cocon López could see the entire timeline of old Aké and how later people interacted with and repurposed what came before.—
Lizzie Wade,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 May 2025
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To attract fashion users, Pinterest launched its collage functionality in late 2023, allowing users to pull together outfits from different pins and mood boards, which was a game-changer in both grabbing Gen Z’s attention and training Pinterest’s AI using human taste and curation.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
5 Jan. 2026
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Thomas McKean is a New York City artist known for his elaborate MetroCard collages and sculptures.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
5 Jan. 2026
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“Assortment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assortment. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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