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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
And for those who fail to finish their assortment?
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Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
19 June 2026
Hollister executives say the partnership is designed to introduce the brand to consumers who may not currently shop its stores while encouraging existing customers to spend more across a wider assortment.
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Mark Faithfull,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
What dollar store scents to look for At Dollar Tree, the SPA Luxury Body Mist Spray assortment includes Vanilla Sugar, Everlasting Love, Lovestruck and Cherry Blossom.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Pros Available in all states except New York and West Virginia
High customer satisfaction ratings
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If speed is your priority, check out Fairway.
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Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
15 June 2026
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Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
19 June 2026
Hollister executives say the partnership is designed to introduce the brand to consumers who may not currently shop its stores while encouraging existing customers to spend more across a wider assortment.
—
Mark Faithfull,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
What dollar store scents to look for At Dollar Tree, the SPA Luxury Body Mist Spray assortment includes Vanilla Sugar, Everlasting Love, Lovestruck and Cherry Blossom.
—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Pros Available in all states except New York and West Virginia
High customer satisfaction ratings
Provides an assortment of tools on its website
Cons
Not transparent about rates and fees
Learn More
View More
If speed is your priority, check out Fairway.
—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assortment
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Guests can also access nearby sister resort Marival Emotions Resort & Suites Riviera Nayarit, which features kids and teens clubs and a variety of family-friendly activities, and food and beverage outlets.
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While at Fortress, Adamolekun visited a variety of Red Lobster restaurants in secret to assess them.
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That diversity is reflected in the various mediums seen throughout the show, from painting and photography to three-dimensional artworks.
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The creative duo came into the podcast studio to discuss their stunning collaboration in the Summer 2026 issue—a sprawling portrait both of modern Texan life and, more broadly, of American diversity, 250 years into the nation’s history.
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Purple cabbage, carrots, and cilantro create a colorful, flavorful medley dressed with olive oil, rice vinegar, lime juice, and a little sugar.
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Throughout the night, Swift and Kelce danced to tribute performances for and by the musician’s fellow inductees, including a medley of hits performed by John Fogerty and his sons Shane and Tyler.
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Arches and natural bridges sweep like buttresses from jumbles of rock, giving this landscape a mystical, cathedral-like quality.
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Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.
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New designs are layered on top of old, creating accidental collages between eras.
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The momager, 70, marked the holiday on Sunday, June 21, by sharing a sweet photo collage featuring all the father figures in her life.
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“Assortment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assortment. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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