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the state's patchwork of outdated laws regulating commercial activity on Sundays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
James Taylor, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
People start to assemble their own sense of right or wrong from a patchwork of sources – and increasingly, that involves for-profit scores, rankings and dashboards.
—Beth Dufault, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2026
A week of spending, panic-buying and roster patchwork reshaped team needs all over the league.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
This patchwork of assurances and understandings held throughout the year of fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters that followed Hamas’ October 2023 attack on southern Israel.
—Raf Sanchez, NBC news, 18 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Previous repairs were the responsibility of property owners and had led to some uneven patchwork.
—James Taylor, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026
People start to assemble their own sense of right or wrong from a patchwork of sources – and increasingly, that involves for-profit scores, rankings and dashboards.
—Beth Dufault, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2026
A week of spending, panic-buying and roster patchwork reshaped team needs all over the league.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
This patchwork of assurances and understandings held throughout the year of fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters that followed Hamas’ October 2023 attack on southern Israel.
—Raf Sanchez, NBC news, 18 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for patchwork
Adjective
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Since then, Cantens has crafted an eclectic career that has included two years coaching pro ball in Germany.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2026
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The 2026 SeriesMakers packs an eclectic lineup, driven by creators’ strongly singular voices.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
20 Mar. 2026
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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
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However, adoption remains uneven across sectors, reflecting differences in digital readiness and creating varied credit implications.—
Lee Ying Shan,Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
18 Mar. 2026
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The show shifts between Jane’s time under the duchess’ employ, her varied romances and the police investigation into what happened to Thomas.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
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The lights went down, and a medley of ABBA songs came streaming through the speakers.—
Melanie Asmar,
Denver Post,
20 Mar. 2026
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North Allegheny's high school swim team set a new PIAA record Wednesday for the 200-yard relay medley at the 2026 PIAA 3A State Championships at Bucknell University.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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The mixed messages came as the war has shown no signs of abating.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Firesign Theatre, a comedy group formed in the 1960s, created surreal albums that mixed satire and science fiction, and inspired a generation of misfits.—
Giri Nathan,
The New York Review of Books,
21 Mar. 2026
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Manteca is launching a pilot program that is aimed at helping entrepreneurs, supporting local small businesses and showcasing the variety of food the city has to offer.—
Carmela Karcher,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Festival exclusive events include Night of Too Many Stars — a stand-up, variety, and music telethon to benefit NEXT for Autism — hosted by Jon Stewart, a taping of Nate Bargatze’s upcoming Netflix comedy special, and a Shane Gillis and Friends event at the Hollywood Bowl.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Mar. 2026
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Writer-director Luchina Fisher’s documentary The Dads, a portrait of assorted American fathers trying to support their trans and non-binary children in these dark times, is both painfully timely and blessedly hopeful, a warning and a balm in one handy package.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Mar. 2026
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Guests can enjoy signature menu favorites alongside brunch offerings perfect for the holiday weekend, such as brulée French toast, black truffle burger, Parisienne gnocchi, and assorted eclairs for dessert.—
Imelda García,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Devil-Dog also offers an assortment of women’s logo graphic tees for $34 each.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Mar. 2026
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The Natural History Museum’s Butterfly Pavilion is back, with up to 30 butterfly and moth species, as well as an assortment of California plants.—
Staff Photographer,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Patchwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/patchwork. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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