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
Try it in a vegan gumbo for extra creaminess, use it in desserts like a chocolate mousse, or experiment with smoothies made with soy milk, fruit, and almond or vanilla extract.
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Nancy Lebrun,
Verywell Health,
22 May 2026
The wine bar is where someone can come in for barbecue shrimp and a glass of wine, gumbo, steak au poivre or a more casual bite that still carries the DNA of the flagship.
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Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Naan and gumbo, kimchi and chow chow companionably share the menu.
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Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
New Orleans Tourists from across America flock to New Orleans for its French Quarter and jazz scene but also for its beignets, po'boys and gumbo.
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Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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Nancy Lebrun,
Verywell Health,
22 May 2026
The wine bar is where someone can come in for barbecue shrimp and a glass of wine, gumbo, steak au poivre or a more casual bite that still carries the DNA of the flagship.
—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Naan and gumbo, kimchi and chow chow companionably share the menu.
—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
New Orleans Tourists from across America flock to New Orleans for its French Quarter and jazz scene but also for its beignets, po'boys and gumbo.
—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for gumbo
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gumbo
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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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Our editors love this multi-styling tool, which dries hair quickly and creates a variety of styles, from fluffy curls to sleek straight tresses.
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Chocolate chips are calorie-dense, with roughly 70 calories in a small handful of about one tablespoon, says Young, depending on the brand and variety.
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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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The compact assortment amps up the contemporary style that Wong specializes in.
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Offering trend-forward styles for both men and women, this assortment includes year-round favorites designed for all-day comfort.
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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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In New Orleans, travelers take detours to devour beignets, jambalaya, etouffee, muffaletta, and gumbo.
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This trio sets the foundation for many of the cuisine’s signature dishes, including étouffée, jambalaya, and gumbo.
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Add beans to soups, stews, and salads for a boost of satiating nutrients, says Howard.
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The one constant is the signature Caldereta de Langosta, a traditional lobster stew cooked in a clay pot using lobster caught that same morning.
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What to Serve With This Salad Serve this summery salad with anything from seafood to sandwiches to cookout favorites like burgers and ribs.
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The diminutive menu contained just three sandwiches, two salads and a single dessert.
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“Gumbo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gumbo. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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