as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
a patchwork collection of antiques from different periods
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as in jumble
an unorganized collection or mixture of various things
the state's patchwork of outdated laws regulating commercial activity on Sundays
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Recent Examples of patchwork
Vivian Song, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
And the patchwork style of Brij Sadanah’s direction enhances the colorfully over-the-top story, which recasts Wuthering Heights as a sensationalistic revenge drama.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
The aerial views were surreal—cliffs tumbling into aquamarine seas, olive groves stitched like patchwork across the land—Mallorca, seen from the gods’ point of view.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
The change could also prompt state governments to roll out a patchwork of their own regulations, adding a new layer of compliance headaches for automakers, utilities, and other companies.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
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Noun
The result is a patchwork of ad-hoc extensions that can lead to abrupt dead ends and head-scratching configurations.
—Vivian Song, CNN Money, 17 Feb. 2026
And the patchwork style of Brij Sadanah’s direction enhances the colorfully over-the-top story, which recasts Wuthering Heights as a sensationalistic revenge drama.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Feb. 2026
The aerial views were surreal—cliffs tumbling into aquamarine seas, olive groves stitched like patchwork across the land—Mallorca, seen from the gods’ point of view.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
The change could also prompt state governments to roll out a patchwork of their own regulations, adding a new layer of compliance headaches for automakers, utilities, and other companies.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patchwork
Adjective
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Mar-a-Lago is an eclectic mix of Italian, Spanish, Dutch and Portuguese architectural sytles.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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Opened in 2020, the two-story, 5,000-square-foot shop is filled from top-to-bottom with an eclectic and vast selection of unique items that are sourced from around the globe, ranging from vintage and antique to boho and farmhouse.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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The result also spotlights conference championships’ awkward fit in the current system, particularly given the fact that conference expansion has led to jumbles atop each league’s standings.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
7 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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The terrain favors glades and varied pitches, and the compact base keeps logistics simple.—
Caroline Tell,
CNN Money,
25 Feb. 2026
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Imagine a small business owner deciding among a group of varied AI tools from one platform, with efficiency and ease, over a cup of coffee, design sketches in hand.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone,
Miami Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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The Westwood girls 200-yard medley team of NamAnh Truong, Sarah Padurean, Ariya Ferron and Leah Zeng earned a bronze medal in the 200 medley relay.—
Rick Cantu,
Austin American Statesman,
21 Feb. 2026
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The wildflower medley along Palo Verde often includes a supporting cast of fairy duster, blue phacelia, evening primrose, yellow throat gilia and cream cups, to go along with the poppies, lupines and brittles.—
Roger Naylor,
AZCentral.com,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Friday, March 6, Beef Taco, tortilla, beans, corn, mixed fruit, milk.—
Ramona Sentinel,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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With roommates, protect your privacy by setting clear times for talks, and ask for commitments in writing to avoid mixed signals.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Feb. 2026
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But the wider variety in the group stage, slightly counterintuitively, creates less variety at the business end of the tournament.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Grab ‘em in black (pictured above) and a variety of colors, including gray, navy, and berry, though prices vary by style, and keep scrolling for more comfortable work pants, below.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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But prior to that, our appetite for Mars' musical bars could only be fulfilled with his assorted pairings.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
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Guests will find first-of-its-kind Mystery Boxes, available only in-store, that include keychains, compact mirrors, or a sleep mask/scrunchie set in assorted patterns and icons.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
25 Feb. 2026
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While rigid denim remains a strong category, brands are growing their assortment of stretch velvet and corduroy.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Feb. 2026
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Find an assortment of French manicure designs to welcome the start of spring, below.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Patchwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patchwork. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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