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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as in diversity
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types
the miscellaneousness of the store's merchandise makes it a browser's delight
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Recent Examples of miscellaneous
Ali Bouzari, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
There are many categories, but Form 1099-MISC (for miscellaneous) covers the biggest territory.
—Robert W. Wood, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Keep small, miscellaneous items in reach with this shoe organizer.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
These cover expenses such as maintenance of lab space, utilities, grant management, federal regulatory compliance, security and other miscellaneous needs.
—Mitzi Nagarkatti, The Conversation, 7 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Fillers are a difficult-to-define category of miscellaneous food ingredients that are often maligned as purposeless impurities intended to cut cost, which, it could be argued, is itself a purpose.
—Ali Bouzari, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
There are many categories, but Form 1099-MISC (for miscellaneous) covers the biggest territory.
—Robert W. Wood, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Keep small, miscellaneous items in reach with this shoe organizer.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
These cover expenses such as maintenance of lab space, utilities, grant management, federal regulatory compliance, security and other miscellaneous needs.
—Mitzi Nagarkatti, The Conversation, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for miscellaneous
Adjective
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Much like the Baller League — a six-a-side football competition featuring an eclectic mix of YouTubers, Twitch streamers and ex-professionals — PogChamps is part of chess’s broader attempt to court a younger, online audience by having 12 celebrities face off in timed matches.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
10 May 2025
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The eclectic collection of jam sessions also features West Los Angeles artists and musicians of the era, including Burgess Meredith (Rocky, Batman), as well as members of Oingo Boingo.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
9 May 2025
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Francis consistently reaffirmed the importance of diversity, dismissing the idea that nationality or geography should determine a person's standing within the Catholic Church.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
9 May 2025
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This diversity ensures that the team can rapidly assess not only the desirability of an idea, but its feasibility and viability as well.—
Stephen Wunker,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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There’s also sweet options such as Orange Date Scones that are served warm with house made lemon curd, Almond Financier, and assorted Petits Frais.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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The product will come in at least five varieties – milk, dark, white, caramel and assorted – and will hit shelves in September.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
9 May 2025
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Alternatives, a varied category of assets beyond traditional equities and bonds, can significantly enhance portfolio resilience and growth.—
Fred Hubler,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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CrossFit is based on the philosophy that constantly varied movements performed with moderate intensity improve physical competence.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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Its adaptable, low-profile design fits into a variety of spaces without the bulk of traditional units.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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The commission currently helps cover rent for around 17,000 households through a variety of programs, all of which are federally funded.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2025
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Disney's recent efforts to spin these tales into live-action epics have had mixed results, however, to say the least.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
EW.com,
10 May 2025
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Despite strong Republican support for DOGE's cost-cutting efforts, Musk's personal popularity remains mixed.—
Dan Cody,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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“Miscellaneous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/miscellaneous. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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