as in tapestry
something made up of a variety of different things, people, etc.
Immigrants from all corners of the globe have contributed to the city's complex cultural mosaic.
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Recent Examples of mosaic
Taylor Creek Trail For a less-trodden Zion hiking day, head to Kolob Canyons, a mosaic of sky-high cliffs and red Navajo sandstone that sees a fraction of the Zion Canyon crowds.
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Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2025
Every centimeter is covered in intricate craftsmanship, from plasterwork to mosaics to fretwork.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
In addition to the pool clad in custom Italian glass mosaics, the property boasts a covered loggia with a groin-vaulted ceiling and a fireplace.
—Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 13 June 2025
In the pars urbana, grand villas tend to feature stately construction materials like marble; extensive mosaics and frescoes; and amenities like private baths, fountains and gardens.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 June 2025
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Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2025
Every centimeter is covered in intricate craftsmanship, from plasterwork to mosaics to fretwork.
—The New York Times, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
In addition to the pool clad in custom Italian glass mosaics, the property boasts a covered loggia with a groin-vaulted ceiling and a fireplace.
—Sandra Barrera, Oc Register, 13 June 2025
In the pars urbana, grand villas tend to feature stately construction materials like marble; extensive mosaics and frescoes; and amenities like private baths, fountains and gardens.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mosaic
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The eponymous designer drew inspiration from Japan, China, India and beyond to create the shimmering tapestry of his couture, marking its 20th anniversary.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
2 July 2025
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Each detail feels like an individual string that, when woven together, creates a tapestry of the diverse personal and culinary inspirations that Soto-Innes brings to each table.—
Carley Rojas Ávila,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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On a wall near the restaurant's kitchen, Grise also hung a collage of black-and-white photos of Carmelo, his restaurant and his immigration papers from Ellis Island.—
Keith Pandolfi,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Representation and the Black Female Body Mutu’s broader practice spans sculpture, painting, film, collage, and installation, consistently returning to the politics of representation.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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This fusion of deep domain knowledge and accessible AI enables SMBs to outperform larger firms that lack specialized insight, even with more tech resources.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Hong Kong dazzles with its one-of-a-kind fusion of tradition and modernity.—
John Wogan,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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The Nasdaq composite gained 0.5% to 20,273.46, its own all-time high.—
Elaine Kurtenbach,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2025
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The Nasdaq composite gained 105.55 points, or 0.5%, to 20,273.46 and set its own all-time high.—
Damian J. Troise,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2025
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“Mosaic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mosaic. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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