as in medley
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
drew his artistic inspiration from the city's rich gumbo of musical styles
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Recent Examples of gumbo
It’s been where people gathered, where Creole culture lived and breathed, where Black history got passed down over plates of gumbo.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 19 Sep. 2025
Okra Okra is known for its sticky mucilage, which works as a thickening agent for stews and gumbo.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 19 Sep. 2025
In addition to her signature crepes, McQueen created a soulful gumbo on Saturday evening, blending the flavors of New Orleans and West Africa.
—Taryn White, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Howard Gumbo: Based on a New Orleans family recipe passed down over the generations, this gumbo is filled with fresh crab and shrimp and Louisiana hot links.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 8 Aug. 2025
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 19 Sep. 2025
Okra Okra is known for its sticky mucilage, which works as a thickening agent for stews and gumbo.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 19 Sep. 2025
In addition to her signature crepes, McQueen created a soulful gumbo on Saturday evening, blending the flavors of New Orleans and West Africa.
—Taryn White, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Howard Gumbo: Based on a New Orleans family recipe passed down over the generations, this gumbo is filled with fresh crab and shrimp and Louisiana hot links.
—Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 8 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gumbo
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To open the big anniversary show, McEntire performed a decade-spanning medley, saluting one Song of the Year winner from each of the past six decades.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
21 Oct. 2025
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More than half are nurses, and the rest are a medley of employees who each occupy a special niche in the hospital.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
18 Oct. 2025
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His acting style had an influence on a variety of actors, including Martin Sheen, who’s been vocal about Dean’s impact on his career.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Having people with a variety of backgrounds work together on a project ups the likelihood that our interpretations are accurate.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
28 Oct. 2025
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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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Trey Smith is expected back in the lineup, and Mahomes has had a full assortment of weapons in the passing game since the returns of Xavier Worthy (injury) and Rashee Rice (suspension).—
Scott Chasen,
Kansas City Star,
2 Nov. 2025
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The brand’s advent calendar is a cookie lover’s dream, full of six varieties in an assortment of festive shapes that’ll go great with your morning cup of coffee or a mug of hot cocoa.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
31 Oct. 2025
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Behind the scenes, Meta AI analyzes photo details, like lighting, people and events, to group similar moments and create polished collage layouts automatically.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Maybe create a collage at some point.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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If the latter category piques your interest, order the jambalaya or the Catfish Pontchartrain (catfish served with onions, green peppers, celery, and a slightly spicy Southern sauce).—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
29 Oct. 2025
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This jambalaya needs just four hours on low before the quintessential flavors of New Orleans will be yours to devour.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Oct. 2025
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There’s also a two-toned stainless steel stockpot, which is ideal for hearty fall recipes like soup and stews, going for just $30.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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The stew has room for other vegetables and meat, too.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Oct. 2025
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During a pretty boring game that ended in a 105-95 Knicks win, Eagle and his analyst, Stan Van Gundy, made some chicken salad.—
Andrew Marchand,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Power bowls, salads, and wraps are good light-bite options, and Sunday brunch is yummy, especially when served with a housemade Bloody Mary, of course.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Gumbo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gumbo. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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