as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
the bottom of the drawer was always a miscellaneous accumulation of odds and ends
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Recent Examples of miscellaneous
To finish the tops, designers have opted to cap them with an open shelf that serves as both a visual stopper and a functional shelf for miscellaneous kitchen items.
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Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
Both were filmed in Halton House, as were a few more miscellaneous moments capturing the Sharmas’ accommodations at Aubrey Hall and interior shots of the Bridgerton household, according to Elle Decor.
—Kayla Keegan, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
After diversifying into producing miscellaneous goods as well as accessories, the company struggled to find a successor, fearing that a new leader from within the industry would completely change its ways of doing business, which were based on paperwork processes.
—Japan Contributor, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
But earlier this month the school district withdrew its objection to SEIU’s petition, paving the way for the miscellaneous workers to join Local 73.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
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Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Feb. 2026
Both were filmed in Halton House, as were a few more miscellaneous moments capturing the Sharmas’ accommodations at Aubrey Hall and interior shots of the Bridgerton household, according to Elle Decor.
—Kayla Keegan, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026
After diversifying into producing miscellaneous goods as well as accessories, the company struggled to find a successor, fearing that a new leader from within the industry would completely change its ways of doing business, which were based on paperwork processes.
—Japan Contributor, Forbes.com, 30 Jan. 2026
But earlier this month the school district withdrew its objection to SEIU’s petition, paving the way for the miscellaneous workers to join Local 73.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for miscellaneous
Adjective
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The eclectic Hotel Flora and Fauna, just off the town square, caters to outof-towners who prefer to walk to restaurants and shops.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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Known for its eclectic, dive bar vibe, the restaurant offers classic American fare like Buffalo wings, giant burgers, hot dogs and more.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Guiducci is prioritizing movie stars, nominees and (hopefully) winners while clearing the room of outside media, reps, sponsors and the assorted industry suits who’ve long treated the party as a networking event.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Mar. 2026
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Her lyrics declared independence from clingy lovers and assorted social expectations, often through analogies inspired by technology.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Los Angeles Metro Lost & Found office off Pasadena Avenue in Montecito Heights has items as varied as cellphones and blowtorches that have been found by Metro staff or security guards on buses and rail lines.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Sabalenka played an airtight first set, displaying complete mastery over the varied aspects of her game, and zipped to a 3-1 lead.—
Ava Wallace,
New York Times,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The seedlings and saplings are mostly knee-high to chest-high and mixed with thickets of ceanothus and other post-fire brush growing amid the true giants that stand dead among them.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The verdict was mixed, but the defendants were convicted on a majority of the 65 total counts.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Miscellaneous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/miscellaneous. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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