as in medley
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
its jambalaya of widely diverse nationalities and races gives the urban neighborhood a rich vitality
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Recent Examples of jambalaya
The jambalaya is soulful, and the shrimp po'boy is massive.
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Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
Known for its jambalaya, po'boys, gumbo, and daily changing specials, the restaurant has quickly become an Austin favorite.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Alongside his mother and brother, Lee has created a delicious menu anchored by fan favorites: fried salmon, fried teriyaki brussels sprouts, crawfish mac and cheese, jambalaya, and red beans and rice.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 15 Apr. 2025
Swap out rice for barley in recipes like jambalaya and risotto.
—Kathi Valeii Published, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
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Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
Known for its jambalaya, po'boys, gumbo, and daily changing specials, the restaurant has quickly become an Austin favorite.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Alongside his mother and brother, Lee has created a delicious menu anchored by fan favorites: fried salmon, fried teriyaki brussels sprouts, crawfish mac and cheese, jambalaya, and red beans and rice.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 15 Apr. 2025
Swap out rice for barley in recipes like jambalaya and risotto.
—Kathi Valeii Published, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jambalaya
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Bettencourt performed with Osbourne at the show, and his band Extreme honored him with a medley of his hits at a concert in Zürich last month.—
Daniela Avila,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Busta Rhymes also took the stage for a medley of his songs before he was honored with the Rock the Bells Visionary Award.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
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Eating a wide variety of nutrient-rich foods helps maintain a balanced gut microbiome.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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Forbes publishes a variety of rankings, including the best employers and the richest people.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
9 Sep. 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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Baker also leads the orchestra, which sounds grand — although the sound in the arts center’s Pugh Theater often left musicians, lead singers and chorus all at the same level, with actors speaking over all of it at the same time to create a sonic jumble.—
Matthew J. Palm,
Orlando Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2025
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The space complements the retailer’s unique assortment of apparel and accessories, which for the anniversary will be further enriched by a selection of Gigli’s archival pieces, in a nod to Zambeletti’s roots and homage to the designer that sparked her fashion journey.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Tucked away on the corner of Brookhurst Street and Bolsa Avenue, a colorful neon sign with an assortment of fruits decorates the window of an otherwise unassuming storefront display.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
12 Sep. 2025
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At first glance, Walden’s paintings of craftsmanship, collage, and kinship evoke the work of the filmmaker Barbara Hammer.—
Grace Byron,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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Wu hasn’t worked with his source material in a literal way; rather, Rauschenberg’s collages have informed his approach to the collection, which is built around classic American style.—
Vogue Runway,
Vogue,
4 Sep. 2025
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The menu for weekend brunch features French toast, chicken and waffles and bottomless mimosas, plus southern favorites such as jambalaya, gumbo and po’boys, along with drinks like Tito’s cherry limeade, beers on tap and cocktails.—
David J. Bohnet,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Aug. 2025
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In the kitchen, okra with its viscous texture has been helpful thickening soups like gumbo.—
Anne Byrn,
Southern Living,
19 Aug. 2025
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“Jambalaya.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jambalaya. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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