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
The former operator sold much of its South Bay land in 2003 but still runs a plant in Newark, and the pond’s colorful mosaic remains visible from the air.
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Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 21 Feb. 2026
Practically every square inch of the Magic Gardens museum, on South Street between 10th and 11th, is covered in mosaics made from bits of glass bottles, mirrors, tiles and found objects like bike wheels.
—Joe Brandt, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
The adjacent chamber is in glittering gold tiles and features designs that are themselves mosaics of jewels, silks, sequins and even mink.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The town’s colorful buildings feature bow windows, loggias, colorful mosaics, and delicate rosettes in a delightful Belle Époque style.
—Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 15 Feb. 2026
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Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 21 Feb. 2026
Practically every square inch of the Magic Gardens museum, on South Street between 10th and 11th, is covered in mosaics made from bits of glass bottles, mirrors, tiles and found objects like bike wheels.
—Joe Brandt, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
The adjacent chamber is in glittering gold tiles and features designs that are themselves mosaics of jewels, silks, sequins and even mink.
—Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The town’s colorful buildings feature bow windows, loggias, colorful mosaics, and delicate rosettes in a delightful Belle Époque style.
—Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mosaic
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The downtown area delivers a rich tapestry of experiences including sports bars, an international food scene featuring Vietnamese, Mexican, Japanese, and Indian cuisines, and family-friendly museums.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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An angular bangle from 1975 designed by textile artist Kim Naver, for example, is exhibited with one of her tapestries, while the supple form of a 1963-era brooch by designer Nanna Ditzel is echoed in one of her chairs nearby.—
Katherine McGrath,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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Baker’s Indigenous and German heritage inform her three large abstract collage hangings, created using synthetic turf animated by acrylic paint, yarn and a variety of natural materials, including corn husk, willow, buffalo hide and buckskin.—
Grant Klarich Johnson,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Wife Victoria Beckham’s name features along with a collage of other words and symbols.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
9 Mar. 2026
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Today’s fusion of private wealth and political power stems in part from a half-century of what many view as misguided Supreme Court decisions.—
Daniel Weiner,
Time,
9 Mar. 2026
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For its grand opening party on March 14, this fusion of Southern joy, community, and crispy chicken will offer a free sandwich or nugs to the first 100 customers.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2026
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The rear panel is a plastic composite and has a matte finish.—
Eric Zeman,
PC Magazine,
13 Mar. 2026
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Eco-friendly and natural materials are in, while composites are out.—
Megan Johnson,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Mosaic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mosaic. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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