as in varied
consisting of many things of different sorts
the museum's eclectic collection has everything from a giraffe skeleton to medieval musical instruments
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Recent Examples of eclectic
Young’s style and personality feel just as eclectic and complex.
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Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 11 Mar. 2026
Cage the Elephant, Griz, Fisher and The Lumineers top the bill for Okeechobee, which features an eclectic mix of hip-hop, dance, jam and indie-rock artists.
—Eric Renner Brown, Billboard, 10 Mar. 2026
Also be excited for the fashion show featuring an eclectic collection of women’s clothing and accessories in collaboration with local and international designers in Solana Beach.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Flynn highlights the eclectic and collected vibes trending now, since the 70s were all about mixing patterns and global influences.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
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Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 11 Mar. 2026
Cage the Elephant, Griz, Fisher and The Lumineers top the bill for Okeechobee, which features an eclectic mix of hip-hop, dance, jam and indie-rock artists.
—Eric Renner Brown, Billboard, 10 Mar. 2026
Also be excited for the fashion show featuring an eclectic collection of women’s clothing and accessories in collaboration with local and international designers in Solana Beach.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
Flynn highlights the eclectic and collected vibes trending now, since the 70s were all about mixing patterns and global influences.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for eclectic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eclectic
Adjective
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However, adoption remains uneven across sectors, reflecting differences in digital readiness and creating varied credit implications.—
Lee Ying Shan,Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2026
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The show shifts between Jane’s time under the duchess’ employ, her varied romances and the police investigation into what happened to Thomas.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Iranians of diverse religious faiths mark Nowruz even though the hard-line Iranian regime has at times discouraged festivities.—
AMY TAXIN,
Arkansas Online,
20 Mar. 2026
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Close to two-thirds of our customers watch content in more than four languages, reflecting the growing appetite for diverse storytelling.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The mixed messages came as the war has shown no signs of abating.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Firesign Theatre, a comedy group formed in the 1960s, created surreal albums that mixed satire and science fiction, and inspired a generation of misfits.—
Giri Nathan,
The New York Review of Books,
21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Writer-director Luchina Fisher’s documentary The Dads, a portrait of assorted American fathers trying to support their trans and non-binary children in these dark times, is both painfully timely and blessedly hopeful, a warning and a balm in one handy package.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Mar. 2026
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Guests can enjoy signature menu favorites alongside brunch offerings perfect for the holiday weekend, such as brulée French toast, black truffle burger, Parisienne gnocchi, and assorted eclairs for dessert.—
Imelda García,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Eclectic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eclectic. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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