as in jumble
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
clearing out the jungle of boxes cluttering up the garage is her project for the weekend
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Recent Examples of jungle
When a small plane crashes in Colombian jungle, the pilot and a woman are killed while her four children, ranging from 13 to 8 months, survive.
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Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
In 2022, when record numbers of Venezuelans began making the overland journey to Central America and the United States, Tren de Aragua was reported to be active on the outskirts of the Darién Gap, a treacherous jungle linking Colombia and Panama.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
The proverbial kings of the jungle once sprawled out as a pride, a rare occurrence in captivity, garnering millions of fans, but now their enclosure will sit empty — at least for now.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Amenities: Beachfront and jungle suites, rolling beds, plunge pools, beachfront dining, spa
Address: Carr.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
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Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
In 2022, when record numbers of Venezuelans began making the overland journey to Central America and the United States, Tren de Aragua was reported to be active on the outskirts of the Darién Gap, a treacherous jungle linking Colombia and Panama.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
The proverbial kings of the jungle once sprawled out as a pride, a rare occurrence in captivity, garnering millions of fans, but now their enclosure will sit empty — at least for now.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
Amenities: Beachfront and jungle suites, rolling beds, plunge pools, beachfront dining, spa
Address: Carr.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jungle
Noun
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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 medley of red and yellow tomatoes which lend the just-right balance of sweetness and acidity, plus the fresh basil, make for a vibrant main dish on the table.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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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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This drugstore find offers audacious shine, unmatched hydration, and 10 buildable shades (and not just the can’t-keep-in-stock Rum Raisin) that work across a very wide variety of complexions.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Both Italy and Spain claim to be the birthplace of this variety, but according to the grape geneticists, Spain appears to be the most likely place of origin.—
Elisabetta Tosi,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 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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But that message would have resonated just the same with the photo collage of Rice across the front and absent the words atop it.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
16 Sep. 2025
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Panels and blocks of fabric on skirts, jackets and dresses — sometimes in monochrome, other times in contrasting color — gave the collection a collage composition.—
Blue Carreon,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Can Ohio hang around against the Buckeyes’ menagerie of stud skill players?—
Jon Greenberg,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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In later centuries, Barbary lions were gifted between royal courts, kept in menageries, and even depicted on national emblems — as in the coat of arms of Morocco and the United Kingdom.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Picture yourself in a rocking chair on your wraparound porch, French doors wide open, and no clutter in sight.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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One screen, less clutter, and a smarter deal all around.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Jungle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jungle. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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