as in variety
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
a mixed bag of professional astronomers and amateur enthusiasts attended the conference
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of mixed bag
Through her first two games, her performances have been, well, a mixed bag.
—
Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
Various polls paid for by the candidates have shown a mixed bag, but an independent survey by Emerson College released in April showed Cassidy coming in third with 21% behind Fleming at 28% and Letlow at 27%.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Olave’s 2026 schedule is a mixed bag early on.
—Kc Joyner, New York Times, 15 May 2026
Even as beer spending falls broadly, volume trends have been more of a mixed bag for specific brewers.
—Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for mixed bag
Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
Various polls paid for by the candidates have shown a mixed bag, but an independent survey by Emerson College released in April showed Cassidy coming in third with 21% behind Fleming at 28% and Letlow at 27%.
—Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 16 May 2026
Olave’s 2026 schedule is a mixed bag early on.
—Kc Joyner, New York Times, 15 May 2026
Even as beer spending falls broadly, volume trends have been more of a mixed bag for specific brewers.
—Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for mixed bag
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mixed bag
Noun
-
But as the uptake of telehealth has grown substantially since the start of the covid pandemic, McClain is one of millions of Americans who have used online companies to meet a variety of their medical needs.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
-
The rooms For a smaller resort, there's a surprising variety among the accommodations.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 May 2026
Noun
-
Moreover, Frye said customer expectations continue to evolve towards ease of wear and comfort — which the brand has addressed with more casual styling in the assortment, while maintaining its commitment to craftsmanship.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
1 June 2026
-
Sure, in the light of the showroom, the 20-horsepower T could claim a utilitarian charm, its spindly frame topped with an assortment of interchangeable bodies and seating configurations.—
Eric Moskowitz,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2026
Noun
-
The dish originated at Coconuts Fort Lauderdale, where it’s served with bread to sop up the savory butter medley that settles at the bottom of the bowl.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
30 May 2026
-
So why not really close the circle with an adrenalized medley of both to accompany Colbert’s departure?—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
Noun
-
Arches and natural bridges sweep like buttresses from jumbles of rock, giving this landscape a mystical, cathedral-like quality.—
Madison Chapman,
Outside,
25 Mar. 2026
-
Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Since the early 1960s, her drawings, watercolors, acrylics, and collages have run like scenic byways along the whooshing turnpike of contemporary art.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
-
On June 1, the 29-year-old Rhode founder shared a collage on Instagram of three black-and-white photos of herself in a dark cheeky thong bikini.—
Juliana Ukiomogbe,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
Noun
-
The 26th annual signature event, held at the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, included a silent auction showcasing an array of designer and vintage handbags, exclusive experience packages, and exciting grab bag opportunities.—
Sharon Hlapcich,
Oc Register,
28 May 2026
-
The Flaming Grill has a grab bag of flavors.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
18 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Mixed bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mixed%20bag. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
