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
Make sure to finish these miscellaneous spots with a thorough sweep or vacuum.
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Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
And then five is miscellaneous projects, children’s books, furniture lines, Whitney Biennials.
—Adam Moss, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
In years past, the journalists, executives, agents, and miscellaneous members of the DC establishment have gathered at the Washington Hilton to hear speeches from the head of the association and the president.
—Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 16 Apr. 2026
The remaining 30% is miscellaneous.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 Mar. 2026
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Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 24 Apr. 2026
And then five is miscellaneous projects, children’s books, furniture lines, Whitney Biennials.
—Adam Moss, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
In years past, the journalists, executives, agents, and miscellaneous members of the DC establishment have gathered at the Washington Hilton to hear speeches from the head of the association and the president.
—Aidan McLaughlin, Vanity Fair, 16 Apr. 2026
The remaining 30% is miscellaneous.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 20 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for miscellaneous
Adjective
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Some of the 2026 kitchen tile trends include retro rhapsody, organic depth and texture, and eclectic artistry.—
Terri Williams,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Anna Bogutskaya, the head of screen at SXSW London, and her team have booked an eclectic mix of theatrical and series offerings.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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Smokin’ in the Boys’ Room The smoke master is a special breed of outdoor cook who appreciates craftsmanship, the science of barbecuing, and revels in the appropriate pairing of wood flavors with assorted meats, fish, and fowls.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Kids who are on their phones all day and all night are irresponsible, not merely victims of an assorted array of algorithms.—
Chris Roemer,
Baltimore Sun,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The differences expand our understanding of how varied human life has been.—
Hanna Wickes,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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Explore the varied landscapes of France, from the secluded beaches of the Île de Porquerolles to Alpine destinations like Chamonix and Villard-de-Lans.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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The explosion came on the eve of New Glenn's fourth launch from Cape Canaveral following a mission in April that ended with mixed results.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Johnson County Parks and Recreation is hosting the inaugural KC Unity Cup, a 7v7 adult mixed gender soccer tournament on June 6 and 7.—
Emily Harter,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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“Miscellaneous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/miscellaneous. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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